Metabolic - Nurse Practitioner

CHOC Specialists is a private pediatric subspecialty group with 26 pediatric subspecialties. The group practices at Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) which is a premier healthcare system based in Orange County, Calif. CHOC is exclusively committed to the health and well-being of children through clinical expertise, advocacy, outreach and research that brings advanced treatment to pediatric patients.

Pediatric Metabolic Nurse Practitioner

Why CHOC Children's Specialists? CHOC Children's Hospital, is now part of Rady Children's Health . Come join an organization that is defining the future of pediatric medicine in clinical care, research, and education. We are seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner interested in rare diseases to function within a family-centered care environment, in the Division of Metabolic Disorders. With demonstrated expertise, the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner will work with a group of four physicians, two nurse practitioners, three metabolic dietitians, four genetic counsellors, two case managers and one social worker to offer expert, innovative and compassionate care to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults with rare diseases at CHOC. Practicing within developed Standardized Procedures and Process Protocols, the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner will plan, implement, and evaluate the care plan in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Responsibilities will also include coordination of confirmatory testing, initial evaluation, and follow-up of patients with positive newborn screens for metabolic disorders, identified by the State of California Newborn Screening program. Finally, there are several clinical research and clinical trial opportunities to participate in, for career development and advancement, including therapeutic clinical trials investigating novel small molecule therapy, mRNA therapy and gene therapy. The successful candidate will have 5 years of Pediatric Nursing experience as well as 1+ years of clinical experience as a certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. In addition, the successful candidate will be a CA licensed. Candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills.

The CHOC Children's Specialists, a private pediatric subspecialty group, is composed of more than 300 physicians and advanced practice providers with 24 pediatric subspecialties. The group practices at CHOC Children's, a premier healthcare system based in Orange County, CA with a state-of-the-art freestanding Children's Hospital and several satellite clinics. Already the regional leader in pediatric care, with four centers of excellence, The CHOC Children's Heart, Neuroscience, Orthopaedic, and Hyundai Cancer Institute, CHOC has built one of the most advanced, safest children's hospitals in the world.

CHOC Children's Hospital is affiliated with the University of California, Irvine. Named one of the best children's hospitals by U.S. News & World Report ) and recognized with the Gold Level CAPE (California Awards for Performance Excellence) Award, CHOC Children's is exclusively committed to the health and well-being of children through clinical expertise, advocacy, outreach and research that brings advanced treatment to pediatric patients.

CHOC Children's Specialists is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique talents to our team.

Orange County, California is famous for its warm climate, with average temperatures of over 70 degrees throughout the entire year. Orange County boasts unbeatable entertainment, shopping and attractions, with beautiful beaches, mountains and the desert all within short driving distance.

We offer an excellent benefits package including competitive compensation, CME allowance, comprehensive medical / dental / vision plans and a 401k Retirement Plan with an employer contribution independent of a salary deduction.

For immediate consideration, please send CV with cover letter to :

Arsen Beremesh at Apply To

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Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

CHOC Specialists is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, citizenship, national origin, ancestry (including language use restrictions), race, color, religion, religious creed, religious dress or grooming, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military and veteran status.