Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner position

Location: Children's Hospital, Norfolk, VA
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Overview

A Children's Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia, the only free-standing children's hospital in the Commonwealth, is seeking additional full-time Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NP) to join a dynamic, 32-bed multi-disciplinary Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The PICU collaborates with the University of Virginia in the Congenital Cardiac Surgery program, providing specialized care for post-operative cardiac patients within a diverse PICU population. Candidates with expertise and training in Cardiac Intensive Care are strongly encouraged to apply.

The hospital features an active Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) program, a busy Trauma service, and comprehensive medical and surgical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, acute care to critically ill pediatric patients in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary PICU.

• Collaborate with a team of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to manage complex medical and surgical cases, including post-operative cardiac patients.

• Participate in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients requiring intensive care, including those on ECMO and trauma cases.

• Perform procedures and interventions consistent with Acute Care NP training and scope of practice.

• Work closely with the Congenital Cardiac Surgery program to support specialized care for cardiac patients.

• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate effectively with families and healthcare teams.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: Prior Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience required.

• Certification:

  • Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC) certification through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board is required.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications are required prior to the start date.

• Schedule: Full-time position with rotating days, nights, and weekends.

• Education: Master's degree or higher in Nursing (for NPs) or Physician Assistant Studies (for PAs) from an accredited program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized training or expertise in Cardiac Intensive Care.

• Experience with ECMO and trauma care in a pediatric setting.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Why Join?

• Be part of the only free-standing children's hospital in Virginia, dedicated to pediatric excellence.

• Work in a collaborative environment with access to cutting-edge programs like ECMO and Congenital Cardiac Surgery.

• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team caring for a diverse and complex patient population.

• Compensation and Benefits: $130,000-$140,000 and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Keith Evola at keithevola@ktemedicaljobs.com. Candidates with Cardiac Intensive Care expertise are strongly urged to apply, as your skills will directly contribute to the mission of delivering world-class pediatric care.

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