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Ascension

Advanced Practice Provider NP or PA - Pediatric Critical Care

Ascension, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Overview

Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) for Pediatric Critical Care at Ascension Seton/Dell Children’s Hospital, Austin, TX. The role is part of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) team, providing interdependent and independent care in a high-acuity setting in collaboration with PICU physicians. Schedule includes variable shifts with days/nights/holidays/weekends, 24/7 coverage in a critical care environment.

Specialty: Pediatric

Subspecialty Interest: Critical Care

EMR System: Cerner/Compass

Hospital: Dell Children’s Medical Center

Location: Austin, TX

This location is not currently designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) or Medically Underserved Area/Population (MUA/P).

Responsibilities

Obtain patient history and perform assessments; order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies; conduct preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations, and patient care.

Provide direct treatment and management of health conditions; refer to other providers or community resources as needed.

Counsel and educate patients and families about preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.

Document care in accordance with specialty area standards and network nursing policy.

Position Highlights

NPs with acute care certification encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Nurse Practitioner credential from the Texas Board of Nursing (required).

Licensed Registered Nurse credential from the Texas Board of Nursing (required).

BLS Provider (AHA) preferred.

DEA credentialing preferred.

Education: Master’s degree in Nursing required.

About Ascension Seton

Ascension Seton is a large nonprofit provider with a mission to deliver compassionate, personalized care.

Part of Ascension Seton includes more than 100 clinical locations and four teaching hospitals.

Dell Children’s is a world-class pediatric center with its own Level I trauma center and the only Level IV NICU in Texas.

About Austin

Austin is the state capital with a vibrant tech, culture, and outdoor scene.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) and various health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Disability coverage (long-term and short-term)

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Tution reimbursement

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Ascension provides EEO to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, or other legally protected status.

Pay ranges and eligibility vary by position and location.

This ministry does not participate in E-Verify and cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

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