Specialty Care Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Otolaryngology

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

The APP will practice independently in collaboration with a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in a fast-paced pediatric surgical sub-specialty clinic, with some time spent covering and assisting with inpatients within the Children's Hospital. Medical care will be provided to a high volume of complex pediatric ENT patients including diagnosing and creating independent treatment plans, recommending surgical procedures, and supporting postoperative care of all types of Otolaryngology surgeries. The position works closely with Pediatric Otolaryngologists, Otolaryngology residents and hospital staff to promote team-based pediatric patient care.

This role will have an independent and active roll with the Pediatric Multidisciplinary Aerodigestive team and Tracheostomy team, support postoperative care for all Pediatric ENT surgeries, and provide preoperative education to families prior to surgery.

Expectations will include mastery of multiple procedures including ear cleanings with microscopy, foreign body removal from nose or ear, comprehensive management and education, interpretation of testing such as audiograms, Xrays, and CT scans, and sleep studies.

Shift Type: M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Office/Administrative Hours: Yes - Position will have Office/Admin Hours
Flexibility for Alternative Schedules: No

Master of Science in Nursing degree.
Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
Must be granted a "Document of Recognition" from the Missouri Board of Nursing.

Possess a specialty certificate by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), the Pediatric Certification Nursing Board (PCNB), or the National Certification Corporation (NCC).

Salary Range: $90,251-$110,000 Annually
Grade: PAT-012
University Title: NURSE PRACTITIONER - SPECIALTY CARE
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In addition to the online application, please provide a resume.

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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