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Cook Children's is seeking an Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to fill our NP/PA Hospitalist (Variable Shifts) opportunity. The Hospitalist Team consists of approximately 38 Physicians and 12 APPs, including Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, who work collaboratively to admit and manage pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses. Responsibilities include admitting patients from the emergency department and direct transfers, obtaining a thorough history, formulating a treatment plan, interpreting diagnostic tests, and addressing any concerns from the patients, families, and bedside health providers. We have a 90-day onboarding process for our new graduate advance practice providers with support as they transition into their role. There are opportunities for mentorship and guidance as you enter into practice. Our self-scheduling system, managed by our APP Supervisor, allows for flexibility and consistent support throughout your career. Many enjoy 3 - 12 hour variable shifts each week, giving time for family and hobbies outside of work.

The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant functions in collaborative practice with physician(s) in the hospital setting. The NP/PA is responsible for the assessment, participation in the development of the plan of care, diagnosis and intervention of the assigned hospitalized patient(s) according to approved protocols. The NP/PA prescribes a variety of modalities to meet patient needs, up to and including continued hospital admission or discharge and prescriptive authority. Collaborates with the assigned team members to support and adjust plan of care and length of stay for patient care needs.

Education and Experience

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses

Master's Degree in Nursing as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certification required. Minimum 2 years of pediatric nursing experience or related specialized area strongly preferred.

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Physician Assistants

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies and a minimum 1 year of experience in related specialized areas strongly preferred.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses

Current Texas professional registered nurse license

Current Texas professional advanced practice registered nurse license

Certified as a Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner required

Current Basic Life Support (CPR) required

Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required

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Physician Assistants

Current Texas professional physician assistant license

Certified as a PA-C

Current Basic Life Support (CPR) required

Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required

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About Cook Children's:

Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.

At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system--we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through--and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.