Advance Practice Provider; ACH Northwest

Closing Date: 12/01/2025 Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Shift Vary (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Join our team at UAMS and Arkansas Children’s Northwest (ACHNW) as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Pediatric Surgery. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to deliver exceptional patient care, educate future healthcare professionals, and contribute to quality improvement and research initiatives.

As an APRN or PA, you will manage all aspects of clinical practice, with your time dedicated to patient care across inpatient, emergency, and trauma settings. You will provide comprehensive care for pediatric patients in surgical subspecialties, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure seamless coordination across departments.

Additionally, you will contribute to the educational mission by mentoring learners at various levels and participating in conferences and outreach programs. A commitment to quality improvement and research is essential, with opportunities to drive innovation and enhance patient care delivery.

This role is ideal for a motivated APP who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is passionate about advancing pediatric surgical care.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Arkansas RN License and Masters in Nursing from an accredited School/College of Nursing with National Certification in Acute Care Pediatrics.
• Three (3) years of Pediatric Nursing experience.
• Must be eligible for prescriptive authority certificate.

OR

• Physician Assistant certified in the State of Arkansas.
• Three (3) years of experience with pediatric patients.
• Must be eligible for prescriptive authority certificate.

Functions as an APP managing all aspects of practice including the following:

• Patient Care:
  Manage inpatient and emergency pediatric cases across surgical subspecialties, including trauma resuscitation, consultations, and follow-up care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient flow and…