Job Overview: Children's Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska, is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Critical Care Pediatrics and Cardiac Care Unit. In this full-time position, you will deliver high-quality, specialized care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex cases in a state-of-the-art pediatric facility renowned for excellence in pediatric critical care. Key Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking, physical exams, and diagnostic interpretations specific to pediatric critical care and cardiac conditions. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, prescribe medications, order and interpret labs/imaging, and perform procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures. Monitor patient progress in the ICU setting, adjust therapies for hemodynamic instability, ventilator management, and post-cardiac surgery recovery. Collaborate with intensivists, cardiologists, surgeons, nurses, and families to ensure seamless care delivery. Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, family-centered conferences, and rapid response teams. Document thoroughly in electronic health records, adhere to evidence-based protocols, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes. Required Qualifications: Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited NP or PA program. Current Nebraska licensure as an NP or PA, with national certification (e.g., PNP-AC, PA-C). Minimum of 2 years of experience in pediatric critical care, PICU, or cardiac ICU preferred. DEA registration and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications required. Nebraska RN licensure if applicable for NPs. Skills: Advanced clinical expertise in pediatric critical care medicine and cardiology. Proficiency in hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, ECMO, and vasoactive infusions. Strong critical thinking, decision-making under pressure, and communication skills for interacting with diverse families and teams. Familiarity with Epic or similar EHR systems. Commitment to pediatric patient safety, family-centered care, and evidence-based practice. Company Info: Children's Hospital & Medical Center is Nebraska's top pediatric hospital, serving over 200,000 patient visits annually with cutting-edge technology and a child-friendly environment. Our Critical Care and Cardiac Units feature 40+ PICU beds, advanced cardiac cath labs, and a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, supported by leading pediatric specialists. Benefits: Competitive salary with performance incentives, comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with match, generous PTO (starting at 4 weeks), paid parental leave, CME allowance ($4,000/year), relocation assistance, and employee wellness programs including childcare discounts. Growth Opportunities: Advance your career through our clinical ladder, leadership roles in quality committees, research collaborations with University of Nebraska Medical Center, and tuition reimbursement for further certifications or degrees. Join a supportive environment fostering professional development and innovation in pediatric care.