Nurse Practitioner

Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our team in providing specialized care for children with autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions.

Job duties :

Diagnose and manage common pediatric conditions and developmental disorders.

Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with parents and caregivers

Educate families about child development and health maintenance.

Provide counseling on behavioral issues and developmental challenges.

Conduct thorough physical and developmental assessments for children.

Evaluate growth patterns and developmental milestones.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation of patient encounters.

Monitor and document progress in developmental assessments.

Share clinical documentation for review by collaborating physician.

Work closely with pediatricians, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Maintain open communication with the collaborating physician for patient care.

Refer patients to specialists as needed.

Advocate for childrens health and development within the community and healthcare settings.

Participate in community outreach and education programs.

Bachelor's degree in nursing is required.

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.

Preparation as a nurse practitioner in either a Master's program or a certificate program. Must be granted a Document of Recognition from the Missouri Board of Nursing.

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 .

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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