Pediatric Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner - Per Diem

PM Pediatrics•Richardson, TX

4d•$65 - $100•Hybrid

About The Position

PM Pediatric Care is the largest pediatric urgent care network in the country, founded by Pediatric Emergency Physicians to offer a convenient and accessible alternative to the emergency department for children and young adults. We are committed to providing world-class, evidence-based pediatric medicine and an exceptional patient experience. Our care model is academically driven and clinically focused, mirroring the emergency department experience in a private practice setting with on-site x-ray, laboratory services, and specialty consultation support. We pride ourselves on our strong community reputation and trusted partnerships. We offer a supportive work environment with comprehensive individualized learning programs for pediatric advanced practice providers, including procedural training, radiology interpretation, evidence-based approaches to illness/injury, and mentorship. We are deeply connected to the communities we serve and offer flexible scheduling, including no overnight shifts, with roles available from 12 to 36 hours per week.

Requirements

Active ANCC Board Certification or NCCPA Certification
Active RN (if applicable) and NP/PA state license for each state where treating patients
Master of Science in Nursing or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Master of Physician Assistant Studies required
Minimum 2 years of independent pediatric clinical experience as an APP (outside of rotations) or at least 1 year in urgent care or emergency medicine.
Ability to think critically, multitask, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Excellent computer skills and experience with EMR (eCW experience preferred)
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and nonverbally
Pediatric experience is required

Nice To Haves

Pediatric ER, General Pediatrics, or Urgent Care Experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide expert assessment and treatment of acute injuries and illnesses for both in-person and telemedicine patients.
Perform common urgent care procedures, including abscess drainage, foreign body removal, and laceration repair.
Obtain and provide preliminary interpretation of radiographs with radiologist over-reads (in applicable states).
Oversee daily operations and patient flow for both in-person and telemedicine visits, with oversight of other providers, staff, and trainees on shift.
Ensure efficient operations by adhering to established policies and procedures and proactively report any necessary changes to the management team.
Collaborate with both on-site and telemedicine teams to assure completion of daily tasks, including lab and radiology result review, patient follow-up, and timely responses to patient calls and questions.
Promote a safe, secure, equitable and healthy work environment by enforcing safety protocols, upholding quality standards, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations.
Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Update knowledge and skills through internal training, continuing education, professional publications, and participation in professional organizations.
Actively contribute to service recovery efforts by assisting staff and patients with complaints.
Focus on efficiency metrics to improve in-person and telemedicine urgent care flow, antibiotic stewardship, and patient experience.