APRN or PA - Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia

Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital is a premiere clinical and academic health system , providing expert pediatric care for infants, children and teens with some of the most challenging medical problems. Ranked in multiple specialties by U.S. News & World Report, we provide access to innovative treatments and therapies. With more than half of the 259 beds in our teaching hospital devoted to intensive care level services, we are the regional pediatric referral center for Florida's west coast. Physicians and community hospitals count on us to care for critically ill patients and perform complex surgical procedures.


Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital is recognized as a Magnet(R) designated hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the largest and most prominent nurses credentialing organization in the world.


At Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, we stand in the forefront of healthcare and nursing practice, and we stand for our patients.

Join a high-functioning and cohesive team in a 15 bed ICU dedicated to the care of infants and children with small lungs, including related ECMO and surgical conditions. The team defines and focuses on the best in lung protective ventilation, recovery from hypoxic-ischemic stress, brain protection, and frequently employs high quality ECMO to support lung recovery and growth. Diseases treated include congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), a variety of forms of acute neonatal and pediatric respiratory failure requiring ECMO, related surgical conditions in these patients, and complex airway support. A significant number of patients also have cardiac defects which complicate their care and expand the opportunities for learning. Surgical procedures including CDH repair and ECMO cannulation/decannulation occur regularly in this ICU. The unit is nationally and internationally recognized, and most families come from beyond Florida. Applicants can anticipate high levels of care consistency and job satisfaction, as cause and effect of helping create amazing outcomes in these critically ill infants and children.

Staffed 24/7 with critical care boarded surgical and medical attendings, and sometimes critical care fellows, the providers can expect a supportive environment with graduated independence and leadership that is dedicated to their educational development. Procedures include intubations, chest tubes, line placements, and minor surgical procedures.


Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric surgical patients.
• Conduct comprehensive physical assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provide family-centered care by effectively communicating with patients' families, addressing their concerns, and involving them in the decision-making process.
• Participate in medical rounds, case presentations, and educational activities to enhance team knowledge and clinical practice.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and research projects to advance pediatric surgery practices.

• The APRN or PA demonstrates understanding of internal and external APRN or PA practice rules, regulations and legislation to maintain compliance and certification.
• Serves as an advocate for the needs of the patients across the health care continuum ensuring the best patient and family experience and to advance pediatric health throughout the community we serve.
• Integrates ethical principles in decision making.

Qualifications :

• Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant (PA) certification and licensure in the state of Florida.
• Master's or Doctorate degree in Pediatric Acute Care Nursing (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant Studies (PA) from an accredited program.
• Current BLS and PALS
• Pediatric acute care and ICU experience a plus.
• Prior experience in pediatric surgery or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Excellent clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Dedication to providing compassionate and family-centered care to pediatric patients.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.

What Awaits you?

• Diverse and collaborative environment
• Career Growth and development
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package. Flexible spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 403(b) Savings plan with matching
• Free Parking
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent Child Tuition
• Relocation

Salary Range: Minimum 53.58/hour - Maximum 83.05/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.