Shriners Children's

Nonprofit pediatric specialty care and research

Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice ProvidersConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timePortland, OR, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

If Physician Assistant, hold a Master of Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
If Physician Assistant, hold a current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice.
If Physician Assistant, hold certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
If Nurse Practitioner, hold a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
If Nurse Practitioner, hold American Nurses Credentialing Center, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, or equivalent board certification in an applicable specialty area, such as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner.
If Nurse Practitioner, hold current, unrestricted Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licenses in the state of practice.
Have advanced practice experience managing pediatric, medically complex, or inpatient patients.
Be eligible for an active Drug Enforcement Administration registration.
Hold Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers; Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification may be required based on clinical assignment.
Complete credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws.

Responsibilities

Provide weekend inpatient coverage for pediatric patients with orthopedic and medically complex conditions.
Conduct comprehensive, age-appropriate assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
Manage inpatient care, including medical management, feeding advancement, pain management, discharge planning, and patient or caregiver phone calls.
Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with supervising physicians and the multidisciplinary care team.
Perform preoperative and postoperative evaluations and provide ongoing inpatient management.
Order and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic tests as permitted by licensure, protocols, and hospital policies.
Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions within the APP’s scope of practice.
Perform routine procedures.
Participate in care coordination, multidisciplinary discussions, and patient care conferences.
Educate patients, caregivers, and staff regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge or home-care needs.
Document assessments, clinical decisions, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
Deliver safe, high-quality care while adhering to hospital policies, infection-control standards, regulatory requirements, and documentation expectations.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, case managers, and other members of the pediatric specialty care team.
Participate in quality-improvement, patient-safety, research, and educational activities as appropriate.
Maintain required licensure, Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification, mandatory training, and professional credentials.
Complete assigned administrative or other clinical responsibilities within the scope of practice and support organizational goals.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with pediatric orthopedic, spinal, craniofacial, neuromuscular, burn, general surgery, or rehabilitation patient populations is preferred.
Strong pediatric assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
Familiarity with pediatric specialty protocols and post-surgical care.
Proficiency in electronic health record systems and clinical documentation.
Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

Shriners Children’s Portland is seeking a PRN Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to provide weekend coverage for the inpatient unit. This role requires approximately one 10-hour shift every three months, with anticipated coverage of one to two days per month. Shifts are typically scheduled six to eight weeks in advance and generally run from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The APP will provide comprehensive inpatient medical management for a daily census of approximately three to nine patients, including feeding advancement, pain management, discharge planning, and follow-up with patient families by phone.

This is an inpatient-only position supporting medically complex pediatric orthopedic patients and requires the ability to work independently after a focused orientation period. Preferred candidates will have several years of relevant experience managing medically complex patients or inpatient populations, with pediatric orthopedic experience considered valuable. Orientation includes approximately 10 weekday shifts alongside an experienced provider, followed by two to three weekend shifts with provider support.

Key Responsibilities

Provide weekend inpatient coverage for pediatric patients with orthopedic and medically complex conditions.
Conduct comprehensive, age-appropriate assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
Manage inpatient care, including medical management, feeding advancement, pain management, discharge planning, and patient or caregiver phone calls.
Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with supervising physicians and the multidisciplinary care team.
Perform preoperative and postoperative evaluations and provide ongoing inpatient management.
Order and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic tests as permitted by licensure, protocols, and hospital policies.
Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions within the APP’s scope of practice.
Perform routine procedures
Participate in care coordination, multidisciplinary discussions, and patient care conferences.
Educate patients, caregivers, and staff regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge or home-care needs.
Document assessments, clinical decisions, interventions, and patient responses accurately and promptly in the electronic health record.
Deliver safe, high-quality care while adhering to hospital policies, infection-control standards, regulatory requirements, and documentation expectations.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, therapists, case managers, and other members of the pediatric specialty care team.
Participate in quality-improvement, patient-safety, research, and educational activities as appropriate.
Maintain required licensure, PALS certification, mandatory training, and professional credentials.
Complete assigned administrative or other clinical responsibilities within the scope of practice and support organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

If Physician Assistant

Master of Physician Assistant Studies (or equivalent degree) from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

If Nurse Practitioner

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), or equivalent board certification in applicable specialty area, such as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC, CPNP-PC) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the state of practice

Both

Advanced practice experience managing pediatric, medically complex, or inpatient patients.
Must possess eligibility for active DEA
Must possess Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS for HCP). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required based on clinical assignment
Credentialing and privileging by the medical staff in accordance with hospital bylaws

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with pediatric orthopedic, spinal, craniofacial, neuromuscular, burn, general surgery or rehabilitation patient populations preferred
Strong pediatric assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
Familiarity with pediatric specialty protocols and post-surgical care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with patients, families, and care teams.
Proficient in EHR systems and clinical documentation.
Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and trauma-informed practice.


Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

About the Company

Shriners Children's

Nonprofit pediatric specialty care and research

Shriners Hospitals for Children runs a network of 22 pediatric specialty hospitals in the US, Canada, and Mexico, delivering advanced care for children with orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, cleft lip and palate, and other neuromusculoskeletal needs. Care is provided through a team-based, family-centered approach that combines surgery, rehabilitation, and therapies with education and research, all supported by philanthropy and partnerships. It differs from many competitors by being a nonprofit system funded by donations, offering coordinated, multi-location pediatric specialty care with a strong emphasis on family-centered care, research, and medical training. Its goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate care while advancing medical knowledge and training for healthcare professionals, sustained by charitable giving.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Tampa, FL
Founded: 1922

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