Role OverviewThe Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) will work collaboratively with pediatric pulmonologists, sleep medicine specialists, nursing staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The APP will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, obtain detailed medical histories, perform physical examinations, develop and implement treatment plans, order and interpret diagnostic studies, and provide ongoing management of children with sleep-related disorders.
What You Will Do
The APP will monitor patient progress, provide education and counseling to patients and families, coordinate care with referring providers, and ensure appropriate follow-up and continuity of care.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong commitment to delivering compassionate care to pediatric patients and their families.
Requirements
- Graduate from a nationally accredited school of nursing
- Pediatric certification required or Masters of Science in Medicine of a certified Physician Assistant program
- Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee
- Certification by the American Nurses Association or National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners as a Nurse Practitioner
- BLS prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward
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