Critical Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Critical Care/ICU
Degree Required Other
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/20/24

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in our Intensive Care Unit to join our team.

Highlights:

  • You will join a team of 7 attending Physicians, 7 Nurse Practitioners.
  • The unit is covered 24/7 by 2 Mid level providers. The Hours of coverage vary 7a-4p, 4p-8a, and 7a-8a. Your shifts will vary throughout the month.
  • Weekend and holiday coverage is expected. There are (3) 25 hr shifts of weekend time per month. Usually, one Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • There is call associated with this position - It will vary, minimum of 6 calls per month. Shifts will vary according to need.
  • The PNP is responsible for a practice that demonstrates a high level of autonomy, clinical decision making and advanced skill in management and treatment of complex illnesses in the critical care environment.

  • The PNP provides leadership and clinical support for the interdisciplinary team in the PICU/CCU/SCU, engages in research and quality management activities and, participates in multidisciplinary educational activities.
  • Procedures expected to perform in the hospital setting: Endo tracheal Intubation, Arterial and Central Venous Line Placement, Chest tube placement, Bedside Procedural Sedation, Spinal Taps

    Average number of patients seen - We have a 26 bed PICU that also houses Cardio Thoracic and Burn Patients.

  • Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children in our region.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

Master's Degree

Experience

Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

PA Registered Nurse License
PA Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner License

Required Skills

Excellent Communications Skills
Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Leadership Skills

Working Hours

The unit is covered 24/7 by 2 Mid level providers.  The Hours of coverage vary 7a-4p, 4p-8a, and 7a-8a.  Your shifts will vary throughout the month.
Weekend and holiday coverage is expected. There are (3) 25 hr shifts of weekend time per month.  Usually, one Friday, Saturday and Sunday.