What are the responsibilities and job description for the PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER (PRIMARY CARE CLINIC) - PRN, SEASONAL position at Arkansas Children's?
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Part time
An APRN utilizes a high level of expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of actual and potential health problems of pediatric patients and their families. Provides care for patients with unstable chronic, complex acute and critical condition. Possesses an advanced knowledge level, skill, and competence in the provision of care to specific patient and family populations and serves across the AC care continuum as a clinical resource. The APRN practices autonomously in a collaborative practice setting with a physician.
1099 positon
Master's Degree
Nursing - 6 years of experience
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP) - Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN), Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner- Acute Care (PNCB) - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Dual Acute Care / Primary Care - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC) - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - ANCC, RN License (AR or Compact State) - Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN)
1. Gathers information for both new and established patients such as medical history, diagnostic tests, comprehensive physical examination, behavioral, development and psychosocial assessments.
2. Assesses and identifies patient / family physical, psychosocial, educational, and cultural needs for assigned patient population.
3. Accurately interprets health assessment data and applies findings in directing patient care.
4. Provides ongoing and follow-up care including appropriate pharmacologic and diagnostic treatments and patient / family education.
5. Documents all health data including plan of care and care according to policy, patient / family outcomes, and reassessments and plan modifications.
6. Accurately completes all billing forms, including diagnostic (ICD-9) and treatment (CPT) codes, based on federal and state laws and AC policy.
7. Communicates with referring physicians, health providers, and hospital staff as appropriate.
8. Actively participates in quality improvement activities and the development strategies to improve patient care delivery and cost effectiveness.
9. Disseminates relevant research findings through practice, publication, education, and / or consultation.
10. Participates in AC, local and national professional nursing organizations as appropriate to maintain and share expertise.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Arkansas Childrens (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us) is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.
Arkansas Childrens is driven by four core valuessafety, teamwork, compassion and excellencewhich inform every action.
Arkansas Childrens Hospital has received Magnet Status (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us / magnet-recognition) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us / awards-and-recognition) for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.
For more than a century, Arkansas Childrens has met the unique needs of children. But were more than just a hospital treating sick kidsour services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.
Arkansas Childrens Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the states only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Childrens Northwest (https : / / www.archildrens.org / locations / arkansas-childrens-nw) provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.
Arkansas Childrens is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at childrens, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better._ Michael Business Operations Manager
Arkansas Childrens Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children. Linda Information Systems Analyst
We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children. Angela Parking and Fleet Coordinator
Care, love, and hope for children! Kathy Administrative Assistant
When I think of my time here at Arkansas Childrens Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life! Nick Supply Assistant
Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
