Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Pediatric Inpatient Pulmonary Ventilator Unit

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.

Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in .

Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30, employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?

s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution.

Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

Full Time Salary range : $, - $, / year

What benefits can you look forward to?

Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans

Retirement Savings Plans with 2 : 1 Matching

Group Term Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Plan

Generous Time Off Allowances

$ Annual Professional Development Funds

Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Tuition Support Progam

Wellness Plans

Work / Life Resources

Responsibilities*

• Perform history and physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies.
• Document in electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with other pediatric ventilator unit team members including physicians, respiratory therapists, nurses, dieticians, and social workers.
• Collaborate with consulting services in multidisciplinary care
• Patient / family education from admission to discharge.
• Respond to calls from patients / families and care teams.
• Perform consults and collaborate with specialty units on children managed in their areas on chronic ventilation including Pediatric Emergency Services

Required Qualifications*

NP :

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.
• Current specialty certification to practice as an Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner OR current specialty certification as a Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan with two years of APP experience managing pediatric patients requiring mechanical ventilation.
• Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
• Current DEA registration required
• AHA approved BLS / PALS
• Two years of clinical experience in inpatient pediatrics with high acuity and complex medical needs.
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
• Satisfactory completion of a physician assistant program accredited by ARC-PA or one of its predecessor agencies.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
• Current DEA registration required
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
• AHA approved BLS / PALS
• Two years of clinical experience in inpatient pediatrics with high acuity and complex medical needs.

NOTE :

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants) :

You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

• Two years of nursing / clinical experience with pediatric ventilator dependent patients
• Two years of experience practicing as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant
• Demonstrated high level of critical thinking and medical knowledge by using current medical information and scientific evidence for patient care.
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize busy clinical practice.

Work Schedule

Hours / Week : 20-25 hours / week

Shift / Hours / Days : Variable; Rotating days / nights (primary nights) Monday through Sunday, including holidays.

Location : C.S. Mott Children's Hospital Pediatric Ventilator Unit

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile / remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

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