About this role
UVA Health Children's is seeking motivated and collaborative Advanced Practice Providers (Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants) to join our Pediatric Acute Care Inpatient team. These positions offer an exciting opportunity to care for a diverse population of hospitalized infants, children, and adolescents while working alongside experienced pediatric subspecialists, hospitalists, residents, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams.
The APPs will provide direct clinical care across multiple inpatient pediatric services, including Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Hematology-Oncology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, and Endocrinology. The team will also provide overnight clinical support across inpatient services, including Newborn Medicine. APP responsibilities will include patient assessment and management, daily rounding, admissions, discharges, clinical care coordination, and communication with patients and families.
These positions are designed to complement existing resident teams, strengthen continuity of care, and support the clinical and educational missions of UVA Health Children's. APPs will work collaboratively with residents and attending physicians, with responsibilities and assignments aligned with patient needs, clinical experience, and service priorities.
Schedule: These positions will include a combination of day and night shifts, with weekend and holiday coverage as needed to support inpatient services. Scheduling will be developed around clinical coverage needs and a collaborative team-based staffing model.
This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced APPs and new graduates with a strong interest in inpatient pediatrics. Structured orientation, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration will support successful integration into the inpatient care team.
Cover Letter: A cover letter is requested describing the candidate's interest in inpatient pediatric care, relevant clinical experience, and commitment to collaborative, team-based practice.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.
Experience: Department and unit specific.
Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, and Physician Associate) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and Education Support
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.