Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston

Greater Houston Area

About Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Houston provides structured, inpatient care for children ages 6–18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). Located in Houston’s Westchase District, our home-like environment offers a safe and supportive setting where patients can grow, stabilize, and thrive. Our dedicated clinical team helps children reduce aggressive behaviors, build communication and social skills, and reintegrate successfully into their communities — because at Nexus, we’re mending minds.

Position Summary

The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) plays a key role in delivering advanced clinical care to children and adolescents with complex medical, neurodevelopmental, and behavioral needs. Working both independently and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team, the PNP performs comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, interventions, and ongoing management of acute and chronic conditions within the inpatient setting. This position ensures continuity of care, promotes patient and family education, and supports the overall clinical mission of Nexus Children’s Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Assessment

• Provide care consistent with the Nursing Practice Act and facility standards.
• Conduct detailed histories and physical exams for assigned pediatric patients.
• Assess and manage acute and chronic medical concerns.
• Perform emergency, life-saving procedures as needed.
• Complete full physical and neurological assessments using interviews, diagnostic tests, and medical evaluations.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies; initiate appropriate interventions.

Treatment, Documentation & Collaboration

Patient & Family Support

Professional Development & Staff Support

Qualifications

Education

Experience

Licensure & Certifications