Position will float between Marietta and Belpre primary care offices and school health sites. Mon-Fri, No weekends

• Includes float incentives More Than a Job, It's a Calling Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned specialist, you'll find opportunities to expand your skills, pursue leadership roles, participate in research and help shape the future of pediatric health care.

If you're ready to make a difference in a collaborative, child-centered environment, we can't wait to meet you! We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider for a unique opportunity supporting our primary care locations in Marietta and Belpre while also providing care within local school-based health settings. This role offers the best of both worlds, the ability to practice in a traditional pediatric primary care environment while also making a direct impact in school health. Providers in this position build meaningful long-term relationships with patients and families, improve access to care for students, and help address healthcare needs early so children can stay healthy, supported, and ready to learn.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing preferred
• National Certification as a nurse practitioner by nationally accredited organization
• Must have current certificate of authority and certificate to prescribe (or eligible) by the OBN
• ACLS or PALS may be required based upon practice setting
• Current Health Care Provider BLS training is required What you can expect:
• Monday-Friday, Flexible scheduling, No Call, No Weekends
• Competitive salary and multiple incentives
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous vacation and CME Akron Children's is a 501(c)(3) site that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the federal government.

Inspire and make a difference:

Named as one of Forbes' Best-In-State Employers in 2025, Akron Children's is Northeast Ohio's largest and only independent pediatric health care provider with two hospital campuses, six regional health centers and 50+ care locations. Our providers work across state-of-the-art facilities built to support exceptional care for patients and their families. Whether you're actively searching or simply curious, we'd love to share what makes Akron Children's special. Visit careers.akronchildrens.org or reach out to Steven Johnson at sjohnson2@akronchildrens.org today.

Summary:

Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of healthcare settings. Functions in collaboration with a physician according to a standard care arrangement and specialty board certification. Operates in accordance with Section 4723.431 of the Ohio Revised Code and rule adopted by the Board of Nursing for Advanced Practice Nurses, the national board certifying agency, and maintains a Standard Care Arrangement with a collaborating physician(s) on the medical staff. Performs health assessments and physical exams Identifies significant health and medical risk factors. Orders, interprets and evaluates tests and studies to assess clinical problems and health care needs. Develops a diagnosis by analyzing and synthesizing collected data. Independently and in collaboration with the physician, develops treatment plans along with the patient and significant others. Performs diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with board certification, state law and organizational medical staff privileges. May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by prescriptive authority through Ohio Board of Nursing and hospital policy. Develops patient education plan. Participates in medical team rounds; collaborates with nursing, medical and other healthcare team members regularly to ensure quality patient care. Performs admission history & physical, document progress notes, complete discharge summaries as required. Provides consultations and requests consults as directed and in accordance with hospital bylaws. Assists with and facilitates discharge planning. May serve as resource for staff/residents and clinical preceptor for APN students. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

1. Provides advanced nursing care to patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic health conditions, including the delivery of acute care services. 2. Practice with a variety of specialty-based populations including neonatal, pediatric, and adult 3. Practices in any setting in which patients require complex monitoring and therapies, high intensity nursing intervention, or continuous nursing vigilance within the range of high-acuity care 4. Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a bi-annual basis to assure quality care and per ORC requirements 5. This review is completed via the Focused Professional Performance Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Performance Evaluation (OPPE) for Advanced Practice Providers as part of Joint Commission requirements 6. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems 7. Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a bi-annual basis to assure quality care and per ORC requirements 8. This review is completed via the Focused Professional Performance Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Performance Evaluation (OPPE) for Advanced Practice Providers as part of Joint Commission requirement Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Excellent critical thinking, self-motivation and interpersonal communication skills essential. 2. Must be proficient in word processing, spreadsheet and database use, and other computer software programs for data analysis, and presentations Education and Experience Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing preferred Licensed as an RN in State of Ohio, National Certification as a nurse practitioner by nationally accredited organization Must have current certificate of authority and certificate to prescribe (or eligible) by Ohio Board of Nursing. ACLS or PALS may be required based upon practice setting Must obtain credentialing as an active member of medical staff and appropriate medical staff privileges Current Health Care Provider BLS training is required Individuals hired without an MSN or DNP and those hired without a certificate to prescribe must actively pursue and obtain a MSN or DNP degree/certificate to prescribe

Part Time FTE:

0.800000

Status:

Onsite