About this position
Company Description Nevada Pediatric Specialists is a pediatric practice based in Las Vegas, Nevada, dedicated to providing quality healthcare for children from birth through 21 years of age. The practice emphasizes continuity of care by striving to schedule patients with the pediatrician or nurse practitioner of their choice whenever possible. The office uses an intuitive, fully integrated Electronic Medical Record system with electronic prescribing, a patient portal, and electronic prescription refills to support efficient and safe care. Nevada Pediatric Specialists serves a diverse patient population and offers services in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Russian, French, and Tagalog.
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Role Description The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner is a full-time, on-site role located in Las Vegas, NV, providing comprehensive primary care to pediatric patients from infancy through young adulthood. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting well-child visits, acute care evaluations, and follow-up appointments; performing physical examinations; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; and developing evidence-based treatment plans. The role involves prescribing medications through the electronic medical record system, providing patient and family education on health promotion and disease prevention, and coordinating care with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals. The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner also contributes to continuity of care by building ongoing relationships with patients and families, maintaining accurate and timely documentation, and participating in quality improvement initiatives within the practice.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in Pediatric Nursing and Primary Care for patients from birth through young adulthood.
- Licensure and clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner, with strong skills in advanced Nursing practice.
- Solid foundation in Medicine, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of common pediatric conditions.
- Current, unrestricted Nevada APRN license (or eligibility) and national certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
- Experience working in outpatient pediatric settings, preferably in a high-volume or diverse patient population.
- Proficiency with electronic medical records, electronic prescribing, and patient portals.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to family-centered, culturally sensitive care.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team and maintain organized, accurate documentation.
- BLS and PALS certifications, or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe. xavwley
- Additional language skills (e.g., Spanish, Russian, French, Tagalog) are highly beneficial.
Location and commute
Las Vegas, NV 89109.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3207204994.