Advanced Practice Provider; PNP​/Physician Assistant – Orthopedic Injury Clinic Float

Overview

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City — a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

This position will work as an Orthopedic provider on-site during weekday hours for the Children’s Mercy Orthopedic Injury Clinic locations. APRNs will earn an $8 hourly differential for your flexibility and expertise across multiple locations. The Orthopedic Injury Clinic provides rapid, convenient access for children and adolescents with minor musculoskeletal injuries. The Orthopedic Injury Clinic Physician Assistant performs a problem‑specific health assessment with a major focus on injuries such as fractures, muscle and ligament sprains/strains, minor dislocations, and sports‑related injuries.

Treatment pathways employed in this role include casting, splinting, bracing, and referral to rehabilitative services as well as follow‑up care for the injury as needed. This Physician Assistant will be expected to work collaboratively with the Orthopedic physician providers when consultation is needed, including surgical referral. Advanced Practice Registered Nurses II (APRN‑II) provides proficient, comprehensive, evidence‑based advanced practice nursing to address the physiologic, psychosocial, and developmental needs of patients and families within the framework of the collaborative practice agreement.

An APRN II obtains a comprehensive health history; performs physical examination; formulates a plan of care and treatment; prescribes/performs diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and procedures; and participates in patient and family education. Each APRN‑II demonstrates professional leadership and participates in evidenced‑based practice, quality improvement, and/or research activities, and organizational development.

• Clinical Practice: proficiently provides comprehensive, evidence-based advanced practice nursing care based on the physiologic, psychosocial, and developmental needs of patients and families within the framework of the collaborative practice agreement.
• Professional Leadership: advances the practice of nursing by inspiring others to positively impact the care of children and families in our community.
• Evidenced-based Practice/QI/Research Inquiry: improves patient/family outcomes by utilizing evidence to translate science to practice.
• Organizational Development: influences organizational policy in order to achieve and sustain practice improvements and strategic initiatives.

• Master’s Degree and 1-2 years experience 1-2 years pediatric APRN experience with Masters. Exceptions considered on a case‑by‑case basis within preferred specialty. or
• Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) – preferred and 1-2 years experience 1 year pediatric APRN experience. Exceptions considered on a case‑by‑case basis within preferred specialty.
• Licensed RN – Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
• Licensed RN – MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
• RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO
• APRN board certification congruent with population and practice setting (see policy statement: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Roles and Practice Setting) Required Upon Hire
• Primary Care PNP will be required
• Will have two years to be enrolled in a program and five years to complete the program
• Successful completion of…