PA/NP - Pediatric ICU/Transport, Helen DeVos Childrens Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

Join a dedicated team of critical care physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to enhance the health of critically ill infants, children, and adolescents. This dual role encompasses responsibilities in the ICU and the transport of critically ill children, requiring medical expertise, procedural skills, and collaboration with various specialties. The position involves performing assessments, diagnosing conditions, initiating care plans, and providing educational support to patients, families, and medical learners. Additionally, the APP will contribute to the HDVCH blood management program aimed at reducing blood transfusions through iron replacement and Epoetin administration. The Pediatric Critical Care Transport Team, consisting of APPs, Registered Nurses, and Respiratory Therapists, plays a vital role in delivering specialized pre-hospital care for safe ground transfers of pediatric patients across Michigan to Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies.
• 3 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in the State of Michigan.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Experience in a collaborative role as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in pediatric critical care settings.
• Familiarity with blood management programs.
• Previous involvement in quality improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care in a 24-bed ICU unit.
• Transport critically ill children safely between facilities.
• Perform assessments and initiate care plans for patients.
• Educate patients, families, and medical learners on care processes.
• Assist with the HDVCH blood management program.
• Collaborate with multiple subspecialties to ensure comprehensive care.
• Participate in quality improvement and research initiatives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for financial, health, and work/life balance.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts on various services and products.
• Optional identity theft protection and insurance options.
• Traditional and Roth retirement plans with contributions and matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees