Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care

Exciting Opportunity for an Experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at

Nexus Children’s Hospital in Dallas!

We have an opportunity for a PNP who will provide on-going medical management for acute/episodic, rehabilitation patients.

Offering pediatric patients a continuum of comprehensive post-acute medical care, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient rehabilitation following an acquired or traumatic brain injury, sudden accident, or illness, Nexus Health Systems is the national leader in physician-driven clinical neuroscience.

Our medical model of care supports our patients from the earliest stages throughout the entire recovery process, delivering a holistic rehabilitation approach extending beyond traditional physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Multi-disciplinary teams develop individualized treatment plans addressing interpersonal, behavioral, cognitive, physical, and emotional issues to ensure underlying challenges are identified making rehabilitation more successful.

About the Position

• Provide ongoing medical management and acute interventions for patients in the post-acute care setting, working directly with pediatric nurse practitioners within a group setting to provide direct patient care to skilled nursing and assisted living facilities and rehab patients.
• Work as a member of the interdisciplinary team to effectively designate processes for meeting the medical and psychosocial needs of the resident and providing updates and evaluating medical treatment plans, medications, and other necessary care.
• Flexible schedule while doing what you love most, providing excellent care.

About the Facility

Nexus Children’s Hospital in Dallas, Texas is a child’s home away from home during recovery from complex medical issues following an acquired or traumatic brain injury, acute illness, chronic disease, or any other life-altering event. Our safe, nurturing pediatric environments provide individualized care in a family-focused setting. As the leaders in pediatric medical services and rehabilitation, Nexus Children’s Hospital treats children with primary medical issues who may also have secondary behavioral problems. Working with patients from infancy to age 21 who may have been unsuccessful in traditional rehabilitation environments, our flexible admissions criteria allows us to treat a wide variety of diagnoses.

About the Area

Dallas, located in the heart of Texas, is the ninth-largest city in the United States and a hub for commerce, arts, technology, and sports. With its rich history, cosmopolitan atmosphere, and warm Southern hospitality, Dallas has something to offer for everyone. Boasting a population of over 1.3 million residents, Dallas is a vibrant melting pot of cultures, making it a welcoming and inclusive community. Dallas offers a high quality of life, with affordable housing options, a low cost of living compared to other major cities, and no state income tax. The city's diverse neighborhoods cater to various lifestyles, from urban loft living to family-friendly suburbs. The warm climate, with mild winters and long summers, allows residents to enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year. Dallas also takes pride in its culinary scene, offering a wide range of international cuisines and local delicacies.

• Current APRN national specialty certification
• Minimum of a master’s degree
• Acute Care Certification Required

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package with many locations offering sign on bonuses, relocation and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents:

• Health Insurance including prescription drugs
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term disability options
• Employee stock purchase program – 15% discount*
• 401k with company match**
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness and Accident plans
• Identity Protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

** Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees age 21 and over

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. 

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.