Cook Children's
**Location:**Medical Center - Fort Worth**Department:**Hospitalist Group**Shift:**Third Shift (United States of America)**Standard Weekly Hours:**36**Summary:**The Cook Children’s Hospitalist Team is comprised of approximately 38 physicians and 12 advanced practice providers (APPs), including Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, who work collaboratively to provide comprehensive inpatient care for pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses.## Position SummaryThe Hospitalist APP will admit and manage pediatric patients performing thorough histories and physicals, formulating treatment plans, interpreting diagnostic tests, and addressing questions or concerns from patients, families, and bedside staff. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a team-oriented environment with strong collaboration between APPs, physicians, nursing, and ancillary staff.## Highlights & Support* Comprehensive Onboarding: New graduate APPs participate in a 90-day onboarding process designed to provide mentorship, education, and support as they transition into practice.* Mentorship & Growth: Ongoing professional development and mentorship opportunities are available throughout your career within our collaborative APP network.* Flexible Scheduling & Work-Life Integration: Our self-scheduling system, managed by the APP Supervisor, supports work-life integration by allowing flexibility in shift selection and scheduling needs. Many APPs work two or three 12-hour shifts per week, providing time for family, community involvement, and personal interests outside of work.* Collaborative Culture: You’ll join a multidisciplinary team that values communication, compassion, and excellence in patient care.**Education and Experience**Advanced Practice Registered NursesMaster’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.ORPhysician AssistantsMaster’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 NursesCurrent Texas professional registered nurse licenseCurrent Texas professional advanced practice registered nurse licenseCertified as a Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner requiredCurrent Basic Life Support (CPR) requiredCurrent Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) requiredORPhysician AssistantsCurrent Texas professional physician assistant license
Certified as a PA-CCurrent Basic Life Support (CPR) requiredCurrent Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required**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.Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Certified as a PA-CCurrent Basic Life Support (CPR) requiredCurrent Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required**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.Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen. #J-18808-Ljbffr