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Rady Children's Hospital San Diego Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care-Palliative Care Team - Medical Unit in San Diego, California
About Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego:
Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego is a leading nonprofit, 511-bed pediatric-care facility dedicated to excellence in care, research, and teaching. As the region’s only designated pediatric trauma center and a major pediatric clinical research center, we are committed to advancing pediatric health care and providing compassionate care to our community's children.
Our palliative care program is looking to welcome a full-time Nurse Practitioner to our warm, dynamic, industrious interdisciplinary team. The Pediatric Palliative care program at Rady Children includes a mix of physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains providing consult-based service with an inpatient consult, outpatient, and community presence. There are meaningful opportunities for integration in chronic complex pediatrics, fetal and NICU settings, intensive care integration, cardiology and CT surgery, oncology, and additional realms. The team focuses on quality of life, goals of care, symptom management and intervention, and provider-child-family communication with an emphasis on child voice. Additionally, we are involved in foundational and implementation-based academic research; quality improvement projects; education of medical students, residents, fellows, and colleagues as part of a primary palliative care educational initiative; and campus-wide academic engagement.
We would love to add a Pediatric Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner with a strong clinical background and a passion for pediatric care to provide an extra layer of support to patients and families. The ideal candidate will be able to navigate advanced care conversations, manage complex pediatric illnesses, and collaborate with our committed team.
Job Responsibilities:
-Deliver comprehensive palliative care to pediatric patients.
- Documents and bills for direct care provided
-Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
-Engage as a proactive member of the interdisciplinary palliative care team to offer holistic care that addresses patients' multifaceted needs.
-Collaborate in educational and research initiatives to advance the practice of pediatric palliative care.
-Demonstrate innovative and visionary leadership to enhance nursing practice, patient safety, and the patient and family experience.
Professional Support and Growth:
We believe in nurturing the strength and resilience of our staff with a robust professional support network. You will have access to continuing education, and leadership development opportunities, ensuring growth in both personal and professional realms. At Rady Children’s, your advancement and well-being are paramount, as you care for those who look to us for hope and healing.
Required Qualifications:
Master’s of Nursing Degree or equivalent.
Completion of a Post-Master’s Nurse Practitioner program with a focus in pediatrics or primary care.
Minimum of 5 years of recent clinical nursing experience in pediatrics, with experience in palliative care.
Extensive knowledge and recent experience with complex pediatric or palliative patients.
Resilience in handling significant psychological and emotional stress related to chronic or life-limiting illness.
Comprehensive knowledge of health professional resources, community services, and resources relating to the pediatric population.
Proven ability to deliver culturally sensitive care and advocate for diverse children and families.
Recognized ability as a change agent, problem solver, critical thinker, and team builder.
Demonstrated innovation and visionary leadership in nursing practice and patient care.
Adept at leading, teaching, mentoring, and being a role model within the interprofessional health team.
BLS for Health Providers (AHA)
California RN License
NP Furnishing, CA
Nurse Practitioner, CA
Ped Adv Life Support Prov(AHA)
NPI - National Provider Identifier
Completion of a mandatory RCHSD critical care NP orientation
National NP certification, obtained within 6 months of employment
Successfully complete the credentialing process through Medical Staff Services
The expected hiring range for this position is $67.58 to $92.93
Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
EOE including disability/vet