Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Shriners Children's•St. Louis, MO

40d•$92,375 - $146,557•Onsite

About The Position

Shriners Children’s St. Louis is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to manage pediatric orthopedic patients independently in an exclusively clinic-based setting. The provider will deliver pre-operative, post-operative, and non-operative outpatient care for conditions including fractures, scoliosis, sports injuries, neuromuscular conditions, and developmental delays. The role includes casting, splinting, and fracture care procedures, with close collaboration with physicians, nurses, and support staff to provide comprehensive care. The position is a 1.0 FTE role with a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. There are no nights, weekends, holidays, or call responsibilities. The annual salary range is $92,375.20 to $146,556.80. Starting compensation is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, and internal departmental equity considerations.

Requirements

For Physician Assistants: Master of Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
For Physician Assistants: Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice.
For Physician Assistants: Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
For Nurse Practitioners: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
For Nurse Practitioners: ANCC, AANP, or equivalent board certification in an applicable specialty area, such as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner.
For Nurse Practitioners: Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licenses in the state of practice.
Eligibility for active DEA.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required based on clinical assignment.
Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws.
Strong pediatric assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
Familiarity with pediatric specialty protocols and post-surgical care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with patients, families, and care teams.
Proficiency in EHR systems and clinical documentation.
Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of advanced practice clinical experience in a pediatric or pediatric specialty setting; recent graduates may be considered based on prior experience, training, and clinical exposure.
Experience with pediatric orthopedic, spinal, or craniofacial patient populations.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive, age-appropriate health assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
Formulate differential diagnoses and develop care plans in coordination with supervising physicians and the care team.
Manage care for pediatric orthopedic specialty populations.
Provide pre-operative and post-operative evaluations and ongoing management in inpatient and ambulatory surgical environments.
Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, laboratory work, and other tests as permitted by licensure and protocol.
Perform routine procedures within the scope of licensure, including casting, splinting, and fracture care procedures.
Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions consistent with scope of practice and Shriners Children’s policies.
Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care conferences to support coordinated, integrated care.
Educate patients, caregivers, and staff on disease processes, treatment plans, and home care strategies.
Document clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient responses using the electronic health record.
Support quality improvement, patient safety, and research initiatives as appropriate to the role.
Provide mentorship or precepting to clinical staff or trainees as assigned.
Maintain compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations, including infection control and documentation standards.
Perform additional duties within the scope of licensure as assigned to support patient care and organizational goals.
Maintain professional licensure, certifications, and mandatory training in compliance with state and organizational requirements.
Allocate time in accordance with assigned clinical, surgical, administrative, and academic expectations.