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APRN/PA – Peds Surgery
University of Arkansas System. Create and maintain a strategic plan for the APPs within the department .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) roles, with a focus on patient care, clinical evaluation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proficient in coordinating APP credentialing, education, and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards.
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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)Physician Assistant (PA)Pediatric Nurse Practitioner CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
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Hard Skills
Patient History TakingPhysical ExaminationDiagnostic Test InterpretationTreatment Plan FormulationClinical Scheduling
Soft Skills
LeadershipMentoringCommunicationTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)Credentialing Software
Certifications & Qualifications
National Certification as an APRNCurrent Arkansas Physician Assistant License
Industry Keywords
Quality Improvement (QI)Family-Centered CareInpatient Hospital SettingMultidisciplinary Rounds
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Create and maintain a strategic plan for the APPs within the department
- Evaluate the need for additional APPs and coordinate credentialing and licensing of new APPs, including re-credentialing, DEA, and license renewal
- Maintain open communication with the team regarding APPs
- Facilitate ongoing APP education and research (QI) projects
- Participate in departmental committee work
- Create and maintain the clinical/non-clinical schedule
- Assist with new hire interviews, annual evaluations, employee counseling, mentoring, and upkeep of APP files
- Assist with computer support as needed and discuss issues with leadership and administration
- Provide direct clinical services or consultation for patients according to protocols and evidence-based standards in collaboration with a physician
- Obtain patient histories, complete physical examinations, and interpret hemodynamic data
- Document normal and abnormal findings
- Order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests
- Formulate and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic illnesses with a physician
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and document appropriately in medical records
- Provide family-centered care for children
- Participate in staff education and educate APRN/PA students, residents, and/or fellows
- Provide leadership and professional interaction within the team
- Coordinate with families regarding the care and progress of their child in person, by telephone, or email
- Participate in QI or research projects
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- APRN: Graduate of an accredited nursing program with at least a Master’s in Nursing
- APRN: National Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- APRN: May have a certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in either acute or primary care, although primary care is preferred
- PA: Graduate of an accredited physician assistant program defined by the Arkansas State Medical Board
- PA: Current Arkansas Physician Assistant license
- Preferred: Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Preferred: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Preferred: Two years’ experience as an APRN/PA in an inpatient hospital setting
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
- Pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy