Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC)  /  Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Are you a top-tier Advanced Practice Provider driven by the challenge of providing cutting-edge care to critically ill children with complex cardiac conditions? Do you excel in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where your expertise directly impacts young lives? If so, we invite you to join us!

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

As a leading provider of pediatric cardiology services, Children’s Minnesota is the largest pediatric cardiovascular program in Minnesota, renowned for its commitment to excellence in pediatric cardiac care. Our CVICU is a state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest technology and staffed by a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled physicians, nurses, and APPs. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, family-centered care while pushing the boundaries of innovation in pediatric cardiology.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Provide expert clinical care to critically ill pediatric cardiac patients, including pre-and post-operative management, hemodynamic stabilization, and complex respiratory support.
• Perform advanced procedures, including but not limited to arterial and central line placement, endotracheal intubation, and chest tube insertion.
• Collaborate closely with attending physicians, surgeons, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects.
• Educate patients, families, and other healthcare professionals on complex cardiac conditions and treatment strategies.
• Provide coverage for day, night, and weekend shifts, contributing to a 24/7, high-acuity environment. A service week model to mirror the Attending MD schedule is challenging but enhances continuity of care for the patients and their families. A self-scheduling model provides customized time off to help with work-life balance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate program.
• Current national certification as an Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant (PA-C).
• Ideally 1-2 years of experience working in a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit or a comparable high-acuity setting.
• Advanced knowledge of pediatric cardiology, critical care medicine, and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Proficiency in performing advanced procedures.
• BLS and PALS certification required.
• Fellowship training in pediatric critical care or pediatric cardiology preferred

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
* Generous paid time off and CME allowance.
* Retirement plan with employer matching.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* Relocation assistance offered.

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only one in Minnesota devoted exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system for more than 100 years, Children’s Minnesota is Minnesota’s only Level I pediatric trauma center inside a hospital dedicated solely to children. Children’s Minnesota offers more than 60 pediatric specialties through its two hospitals, multiple specialty centers and clinics throughout the metro area. As The Kid Experts® Children’s Minnesota is uniquely poised to serve the highly specialized healthcare needs of children and is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital.

Minneapolis/St. Paul, often referred to as the Twin Cities, is the 16th largest metropolitan area in the United States and consistently ranks as one of the top ten most livable places. The Twin Cities area offers a high quality of life, world-class arts, excellent school systems, an award-winning culinary scene, vibrant culture, professional and college sports, outstanding year-round recreation with a bounty of lakes and a half dozen downhill ski areas located within a one hour drive of the Twin Cities.

Interested applicants, please send resume and cover letter to: Felicia Mead, Senior Provider Recruitment Consultant  felicia.mead@childrensmn.org