Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) - Pediatrics

Post Acute Partners Philadelphia, PA, US

Overview

Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) – Pediatrics

Pediatric Specialty Care

Practice with purpose. Build real relationships. Change lives.

At Pediatric Specialty Care (PSC), our Nurse Practitioners do more than diagnose and treat. They become a consistent, trusted part of the care team supporting medically fragile and technology-dependent children.

This is not a volume-driven environment. At PSC, you have the opportunity to slow down, think critically, collaborate with an experienced interdisciplinary team, and see the impact of your care over time.

Why Choose PSC?

Continuity of Care: Develop meaningful, ongoing relationships with children and their families.
Specialized Pediatric Experience: Expand your clinical expertise while caring for children with complex medical needs.
Collaborative Care Model: Work closely with physicians, nursing leadership, respiratory therapy, rehabilitation, and other clinical professionals.
Greater Clinical Impact: Follow your patients' progress and play an active role in improving long-term outcomes and quality of life.
Purpose-Driven Environment: Be part of a team where compassion, dignity, safety, and exceptional care are at the center of everything we do.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner who is:

Compassionate, patient, and genuinely committed to pediatric care
A strong communicator who can effectively connect with children, families, and clinical teams
Confident practicing independently while embracing a collaborative approach to care
Adaptable, organized, and calm when managing complex clinical situations
A clinical leader who brings both expertise and empathy to every interaction

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Supportive onboarding and experienced clinical leadership
Opportunities to develop specialized expertise in complex pediatric care
A collaborative environment where your clinical judgment and contributions are valued
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day

Make Your Practice Matter

If you're looking for a Nurse Practitioner opportunity where you can practice at the top of your license, strengthen your pediatric expertise, and build meaningful relationships with the children and families you serve, we invite you to apply to Pediatric Specialty Care.

Your expertise can change outcomes. Your presence can change lives.

Responsibilities

As a Nurse Practitioner at PSC, you will play an essential role in the ongoing assessment, treatment, and management of children with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities include:

- Perform comprehensive and focused physical assessments
- Evaluate changes in residents' clinical conditions and determine appropriate interventions
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic health conditions within the scope of practice
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care
- Order, review, and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory testing
- Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with licensure and facility protocols
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, respiratory therapy, rehabilitation, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
- Communicate effectively with residents' families and caregivers regarding clinical status and plans of care
- Participate in care planning, clinical rounds, and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Provide clinical guidance and support to nursing staff as appropriate
- Respond effectively to changes in condition and other complex clinical situations

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Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) - Pediatrics; What You Bring:

- Current and unrestricted Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) licensure in Pennsylvania
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania
- Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Current national Nurse Practitioner certification through an approved certifying organization
- Current prescriptive authority and ability to prescribe within the scope of Pennsylvania regulations
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to successfully complete all required background checks, health screenings, clearances, and other regulatory compliance requirements
- Pediatric, complex-care, long-term care, acute-care, or medically fragile patient experience is strongly preferred.

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