Advanced Practice Nurse - Goodlettsville Pediatrics

Goodlettsville Pediatrics, a member of Summit Medical Group, seeks a dedicated Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic team. The provider will care for infants, children, adolescents, and families, supporting high-quality, family‑centered care in our pediatric office. Hours Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Friday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturdays: 8:00 am to Noon Responsibility Summary Performs pediatric physical exams and well‑visits for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents following AAP’s Bright Futures guidelines. Maintains and reviews pediatric patient records, growth charts, immunization histories, developmental screenings, and other pertinent information. Orders and interprets age‑appropriate laboratory, diagnostic, and screening procedures for pediatric patients. Assesses acute pediatric illnesses and chronic conditions, develops preliminary diagnoses and treatment plans in collaboration with physicians as needed. Communicates test and examination results to families promptly and properly. Educates parents, guardians, and patients about medications, treatments, nutrition, development, immunizations, injury prevention, and illness prevention. Assists physicians in managing acute and long‑term pediatric medical needs, including asthma, allergies, ADHD, weight management, and other common childhood conditions. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits for pediatric patients and families. Triages pediatric nursing and family telephone calls, provides guidance, and escalates urgent concerns appropriately. Education Successful completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program; Pediatric or Family Nurse Practitioner certification or preferred pediatric‑focused training. Experience A minimum of three years of provider experience in a clinic setting, with pediatric primary care, pediatric urgent care, or family practice experience strongly preferred. Certification / License Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of Tennessee with Pediatric or Family Medicine Board Certification; current BLS certification required. Preferred Physician Assistant Advanced Practice Nurse Employment is contingent upon passing a pre‑employment drug test. Goodlettsville Pediatrics is a member of Summit Medical Group, the largest primary care organization in East Tennessee, serving more than 370,000 patients. For more information, visit Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Summit Medical Group