APP - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner | Pediatric Surgery

Sanford Health • Sioux Falls, SD

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents undergoing surgical evaluation and treatment. The NP works in collaboration with pediatric surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care, aiming to optimize surgical outcomes and support families.

This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.

Requirements

• Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
• State Controlled Substance License (if required by State)
• National board certification as a Pediatric Acute Care (CPNP-AC)
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.
• Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.

Nice To Haves

• If Licensing prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
• Experience in pediatric surgery, pediatric acute care, or related fields preferred.
• Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Pediatric Primary Care (CPNP-PC) or (PPCNP-BC)

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments including medical and surgical histories, and physical exams tailored to pediatric patients.
• Coordinate and interpret diagnostic tests such as labs, imaging, and specialized pediatric studies.
• Assist in surgical planning and participate in multidisciplinary pediatric care conferences.
• Manage preoperative preparation including patient and family education, consent processes, and risk assessments.
• Provide postoperative care including pain management, wound care, monitoring for complications, and discharge planning.
• Monitor patients in inpatient, outpatient, and critical care pediatric settings.
• Collaborate with pediatric specialists, nutritionists, child life specialists, and social workers.
• Provide family-centered education and psychosocial support.
• Document clinical care accurately and comprehensively in electronic health records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level