Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

University Hospitals Urgent Care Medina, OH 44256, US

We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a provider with a strong pediatric clinical background who enjoys caring for children, adolescents, and young adults in a fast-paced urgent care environment.

About the Role

The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner will provide high-quality, age-appropriate care to patients ages 0–26, with a primary focus on pediatric and adolescent patients. While the majority of your patient population will be pediatric, you will also evaluate and treat patients across the full 0–26 age range, including work-related injuries and occupational medicine visits when applicable. You will work closely with the center physicians and serve as a clinical resource for pediatric care, helping us provide an exceptional experience for our youngest patients and their families.

A role with University Hospitals Urgent Care would be more than a career; it's an opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. To provide uncompromising care one patient at a time.

So, we would like to invite you to be part of something bigger, to contribute to a purposeful endeavor that goes beyond the ordinary. Your skills and passion are not just valued - they are essential to our collective success!

The perks of being a University Hospitals Urgent Care team member:

We are hiring Providers for FT (30 or 36 hours) and PT (24 hours) schedules ONLY. At this time, we do NOT have opportunities for PRN/Per Diem and are NOT hiring new graduates.
Life/Work Balance - We offer a flexible 3-day/12-hour week/8am-8pm schedule for FT status. No overnight shifts required!
FT status + Benefits start at ONLY 30 hours per week!
Competitive Compensation Package + Bonus Plan
CME Allowance + Paid Time Off
Fully covered malpractice including tail coverage
Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance and MORE
Matching 401K plan
Career Growth opportunities

What You'll Do

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients ages 0–26, with an emphasis on pediatric and adolescent care.
Provide compassionate, evidence-based care in a busy urgent care setting.
Perform procedures within your scope of practice, including:
- Suturing
- Incision and drainage of abscesses
- Splinting
- Foreign body removal
Apply age-appropriate techniques and comfort measures when treating pediatric patients.
Read and interpret diagnostic studies, including X-rays and EKGs.
Educate patients, families, and team members regarding care, treatment plans, and health management.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical documentation.
Ensure appropriate communication and documentation to support quality patient care and reimbursement.
Collaborate with physicians and other members of the center team to provide efficient, high-quality care.
Participate in center meetings, operational activities, and professional development opportunities.
Maintain required certifications and specialty training.
Travel to other University Hospitals Urgent Care centers as needed to support business needs.
Perform other duties as needed.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) license
2+ years of pediatric clinical experience preferred
Active medical license in the state of practice or ability to obtain licensure
Current DEA registration
Current BLS and PALS certifications
Strong clinical experience with pediatric patients
Experience performing procedures such as suturing and incision/drainage
Experience interpreting X-rays and EKGs
Ability to meet University Hospitals Urgent Care credentialing requirements
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative clinical team
Willingness to travel to other centers as needed

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who brings more than clinical expertise. The right person will:

Have a positive, patient-focused attitude.
Truly enjoy working with children and their families.
Go the extra mile to create an exceptional patient experience.
Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and staff.
Be willing to support and mentor the center team.
Take pride in delivering high-quality, compassionate care.
Want to make a positive impact in the communities we serve.
Bring energy, teamwork, and a genuine desire to serve others.

Why University Hospitals Urgent Care?

At University Hospitals Urgent Care, we believe urgent care can be more than a quick stop for medical treatment. We’re creating an experience where patients feel cared for, team members feel valued, and providers have the opportunity to make a real difference in their communities.

If you’re an experienced Pediatric NP looking for an opportunity where you can use your clinical expertise, make a difference for children and families, and be part of a growing organization, we’d love to hear from you.

Join University Hospitals Urgent Care and help us provide uncompromising care—one patient at a time.

#INDNP

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