Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner – Pediatric Cardiac Services

Join One Team Mary Bridge

At Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Network, kids and families are at the center of everything we do. Based in Tacoma, Washington, and serving communities throughout the South Sound, our nationally recognized pediatric hospital, clinics and specialty network bring together providers, nurses and team members dedicated to delivering exceptional care for children and families.

Recognized as a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group and backed by a growing pediatric network, we're proud to make a difference in the lives of children and families every day while helping shape the future of children's healthcare.

FTE: 1.0 Shift: Days Schedule: M-F with Call TBD

Compensation is based on Years of Experience and ranges from $165K-$173K.

Position Summary

The Pediatric Cardiac Services ARNP provides direct patient care and assumes primary responsibility for clinical management across ambulatory, cardiac catheterization lab, and inpatient settings. This includes providing clinical services including diagnosis of illness, development and management of treatment plans, and prescription of medication. APPs may see patients independently or as part of the health care team.
This role also requires in-depth conceptual and working knowledge acquired through deep experience in a particular job discipline. It may also require familiarity in related disciplines and specialties. This APP may lead projects of manageable risk or have accountability for ongoing activities or objectives and commonly executes a wide range of complex and difficult tasks, requiring minimal guidance or supervision. Pediatric Cardiac Services APPs will apply new perspectives to existing solutions and serve as a key resource for colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive clinical care to cardiac surgery and cardiology patients in ambulatory clinics, the cardiac cath lab, and inpatient units.
• Obtain detailed patient histories and perform thorough physical examinations.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies and tests.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with institutional and state guidelines.
• Participate in case management and ensure seamless transitions of care.
• Collaborate closely with attending physicians, specialists, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to provide safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
• Contribute to departmental and organizational quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Support education and research efforts involving patients, families, and the healthcare team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in nursing with a concentration in a pediatric or family nurse practitioner program
• One year work experience in a pediatric or family focused clinical area.
• For Nurse Practitioners:
  • Active, unencumbered registered nurse and advanced registered nurse practitioner licensure in the State of Washington.
  • Current certification as a pediatric or family nurse practitioner
• Active Drug Enforcement Authority registration
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Where kids and families are always first

Everything we do starts with a commitment to children and families. From specialized pediatric care to family-centered support services, our teams work together to create a safe, compassionate and healing environment where every child can thrive.

For more than 70 years, Mary Bridge Children's has cared for children across the South Sound and beyond. Today, that legacy continues through a network of pediatric specialists, clinics and hospital services anchored by a new state-of-the-art pediatric hospital designed specifically for children, families and care teams.

Why Choose Mary Bridge Children's?

One Team Mary Bridge

Providers, nurses and staff come together as one team to deliver compassionate, high-quality care for children and families across the region.

Award-winning pediatric care

Named a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group six times in the past eight years, recognizing excellence in patient quality and safety.

A new era of children's care

Work in a state-of-the-art pediatric hospital and medical office building designed specifically for children, families and care teams.

A growing pediatric network

Opportunities across hospital, specialty, primary care and urgent care settings, supported by a Level IV NICU and comprehensive pediatric specialty network.

Career growth

Continuing education, leadership development and advancement opportunities supported by one of the region's largest health systems.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Enjoy vibrant communities, outdoor adventure and easy access to waterfronts, mountains and everything the South Sound has to offer.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $188,200.00 - $193,800.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.