Full Time Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Full Time Pediatric Nurse Practitioner needed in South Bay Psychiatric Services We are seeking a qualified, detail-oriented team player to join our excellent staff. In this position, you will play a key role in providing care to adolescents, children, and infants. You will offer care for children from birth through their late teens, often collaborating with the family to address their options, problems, fears, and concerns for their child. The exact duties and responsibilities of a pediatric nurse depend on the type of health care setting you work in.     Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Duties and Responsibilities Identifies changes in a child's signs and symptoms and intervenes in emergency situations Differentiates between normal and abnormal physical findings Participates in activities to manage a child's pain levels Serves as a child advocate Provides supportive care to dying children Evaluates a child for signs and symptoms of abuse Administers medication using age-appropriate guidelines Determines a child's needs related to pain management Analyzes situations to anticipate pathophysiological problems and detect changes in status Maintains privacy and confidentiality in nurse/child relationships Involves the child and family in the care plan and determines the child's needs based on a careful analysis of symptoms in relation to their growth and development Performs physical examinations, such as measuring vitals, taking blood and urine samples, and ordering diagnostic tests Explains to parents and families how to take care of their children and protect their health, including advising them on how to design their home for conditions such as paralysis and juvenile diabetes       Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Requirements and Qualifications Experience as a registered nurse (RN) Pass the National Council Licensure Examination Complete an internship, residency, or fellowship Sit for the Certified Pediatric Nurse Examination, administered by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board Hold a bachelor's degree in nursing Complete 1,800 hours of pediatric nursing experience [Work Hours & Benefits] This section of your registered nurse job description is a good place to highlight working hours and benefits specific to your company. Potential nursing applicants want to learn things like team size, nurse-to-patient ratios, and shift rotations. You can also describe the benefits that set you apart, like childcare reimbursements, commuter benefits, and tuition credits.   Benefits: Competitive compensation within the industry. Health and dental insurance coverage for you and your family. Generous paid time off to maintain work-life balance. Ongoing opportunities for professional development and education. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Additional benefits, including retirement savings plans and more.     Salary: Earn a competitive annual salary ranging from $120k to $160k     APPLY WITH YOUR RESUME TODAY!