Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics

Urban and wild – Anchorage, Alaska!
The Community – Anchorage, AK
The beautiful and diverse city of Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska and is sometimes referred to as "The Banana Belt” of Alaska. From the sparkling waters of Cook Inlet to the tallest peaks of the Chugach Mountains, Anchorage encompasses wild adventures and metropolitan appeals that form larger-than-life experiences. Anchorage is a unique, year-round destination with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, a place where young spirits and adventurous souls come to play. Step foot on a glacier, fish for king salmon, hike to a mountain vista, fly out to Mount McKinley, cruise in comfort through Prince William Sound, and enjoy hip, metropolitan amenities with frontier flair.
If you'd like to learn more about Anchorage, be sure to check out their website here!
Airport Information: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
The closest major airport to the facility is the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, which is a short 11 miles away. You'll want to look at their official website located here.
About the Facility – Elmendorf-Richardson
Formerly known as Elmendorf Field, in 2010 it merged with nearby Fort Richardson to form Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. The 673rd Wing is JBER's host unit. As the largest and principal unit within the 11th AF, the 3rd Wing is tasked with providing air defense and air superiority in Alaska, as well as supporting Pacific Air Forces during contingencies in the Pacific Command area of responsibility.
Facility Address: 600 Richardson Dr, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK 99505
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)

• The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner provides a full range of outcome-based Physician Extender services in accordance with privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated).
• Technically direct and teach other staff, provide evidenced-based educational lectures and participate in in-service training to staff members.
• Diagnose and treat patients with common acute conditions, chronic illnesses, or minor trauma within accepted protocols, clinical practice guidelines, Nurse Practice Acts, and/or in consultation with a physician.
• The PNP promotes preventive care and health maintenance including annual physicals, positive health behaviors and self-care through both formal and individual education and counseling.
• Communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the healthcare team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family and organization.
• Recognize conditions that require isolation and ensure universal precautions are used in all patient encounters.
• The PNP attends staff meetings to provide case discussion, continuing education, and continuous quality improvement and safety.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - REQUIREMENTS

• Education: MSN Degree.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience within the past 3 years as an NP.
• Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted NP license from any state.
• Clinical Certification: Must have ANCC, AANP certification, as applicable.
• Life Support Certification: Maintain current AHA or ARC BLS Certifications.
• Security: Must possess ability to pass a government background check/security clearance.