Training Veterans to be Physician Assistants

There are many current initiatives in place that support our veterans as they leave military service, transition to civilian life and search for employment.  Veterans who have health care training and experience are perfect candidates for careers as Physician Assistants.  Educational opportunities for these veterans to pursue PA training and education are being enhanced by government programs from the Health and Human Services Department by awarding grants to colleges and universities that have Physician Assistant training programs and recognize the medical training and experience of their applicants.  The goal is to increase the number of Physician Assistants in the United States to help meet our country’s healthcare provider shortage, particularly in primary care, while supporting those veterans who have sacrificed so much for us.

The first Physician Assistants were four U.S. Navy corpsmen that graduated from the Duke University’s PA program that was started in 1965.  Today, PAs provide routine diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative care -  taking histories, conducting physical exams, ordering/interpreting lab tests and x-rays, making diagnoses, prescribing, developing plans of care and treating minor injuries that require suturing, splinting or casting.  Essentially, they provide about 75% of the same services provided by a physician, but they are required to have physician supervision.
For more information on opportunities for transitioning veterans to become Physician Assistants, click on the following articles:

Physician Assistant Program Home
HHS grants to help veterans get jobs as physician assistants

Looking for a Pediatric Physician Assistant Job Opportunity? 

20 Top Pediatric Physician Assistant Job Opportunities

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

PICU Pediatric Nurse Practitioners Taking Call

Children’s hospitals across the country continue to adapt to meet the needs of the ever changing structure and demands of our nation’s healthcare.  Many of the PICUs nationwide are moving to 24-7 coverage because of the changes in resident/fellow hours, and the subject of Nurse Practitioners taking call has recently become a hot topic.  Many NPs who are unfamiliar with the changing structures have questions about what is now (or soon could be) expected of them.  Some questions include: Are NPs taking call from within the hospital?  Are NPs being asked to take call from home?  How are NPs being compensated for taking call?

As the leader in Pediatric Nurse Placement, Melnic Consulting Group ensures that all of their nursing candidates receive the best salary and benefits that appropriately correlate with the specifics of each job.  Without the proper knowledge of contracts, job candidates can easily overlook essential elements that advanced practice nurses are entitled to receive.  As the landscape of our healthcare system rapidly changes, it is also necessary to stay current on all employment aspects such as salary, expectations, scope of practice, benefits, insurance, etc.   

To gather insight on Pediatric Nurse Practitioners taking call, Jill Gilliland, President of Melnic, reached out to highly respected Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Judy Verger, currently working in the PICU at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.  In response, Judy provided the following information:  “In the PICU at CHOP, we work all holidays (one summer, one winter.)  Nurse Practitioners get credit for the holiday if they work the night before the holiday, and the night and day of that holiday.  Off shift is not compensated for separately.  The reality is that it's part of working in an ICU, and at CHOP we do build that into the NP’s salary offer.  We require no more than an average of 1 weekend in a 4 week block, no more than 3 nights in a week, and no more than 9 nights in a 12 week block.  If our PNPs want to do more nights and weekends that is fine, but it is not mandated. They are also free to switch but they must do a minimum of 2 nights and 4 days in a 12 week block.”

Some children’s hospitals are currently hiring Pediatric Nurse Practitioners to work only nights or weekends. There are Nurse Practitioners who love that schedule, but they are few and far between. Due to the uniqueness of the schedule, it is important to keep those NPs engaged as part of the team.  While Melnic Consulting Group has not yet come across a job request for Pediatric Nurse Practitioners to take call from home, there are a few facilities that may already be testing it out.  This is a complicated process, and requires a well-defined plan and accountability structure. 

From nationwide salary research, in general, salaries for Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioners in the PICU with rotating shifts are around $90,000.  Salaries can range from $85,000, on the very low end, to $100,400, on the very high end.  Regarding compensation, most hospitals fall in line with the feedback provided by Judy Verger, from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.  Melnic Consulting Group has worked with one individual hospital that offers a 10% call differential.  In the end, Pediatric Nurse Practitioners who are either taking call, or working a rotating shift, should be and generally are compensated with a higher salary. 

Are you a PNP with experience in the PICU?  Take a look at these PNP - PICU job opportunities: 

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU, Experienced PNP-AC - Plano (Dallas), TX

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU, Experienced PNP-AC - Baltimore, MD

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU, Nights, Experienced PNP-AC - Baltimore, MD

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU, Experienced PNP - AC - Fort Worth, TX

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU/PCU (Step Down), Experienced PNP-AC - Philadelphia, PA

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Hiring Our Heroes

In an effort to support our returning veterans as they transition from military service to civilian life, there are many current initiatives taking place that positively address the issue of veterans’ unemployment.  The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has created one specific program, “Hiring Our Heroes.”  The objective is to raise awareness regarding veterans’ employment, and identify corporations in various sectors who are willing to hire veterans and offer them opportunities to use their military training, technical skills, leadership skills and experience. 

With talents and skills that are directly transferrable to civilian jobs, hiring these veterans would be an easy way to fill the 3.5 million jobs in this country that cannot be filled because of the current skills gap.  Corporations want to hire, but there is a shortage in the workforce of qualified people to employ. In addition to offering transition workshops on topics such as careers, employment, job searches, employment counseling and mentoring, the “Hiring Our Heroes” program has hosted 502 hiring fairs in all fifty states for veterans and their spouses.  More than 18,000 direct placements in public, private and nonprofit organizations have been made from these hiring fairs. Overall, the program has helped 100,000 veterans or spouses find employment since its inception in 2011. 

The Chamber continues working to further their initiative by creating awareness in the business community and securing commitments for future hiring of our heroes who have given so much of themselves.  For more information on the “Hiring Our Heroes” program, click on the following link.
http://www.uschamber.com/hiringourheroes

Also learn more about Helping Veterans Become Physician Assistants.

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Pediatric Nursing Jobs - Top 5 for Friday!

Happy National Nurses Week!  Melnic Consulting Group supports you and your pediatric nursing career.  We can help you land a job with a leading children's hospital, and utilizing Melnic's pediatric nursing career services and career resources is always free for pediatric nursing job candidates. Contact us today! (800) 886-7906 | jill@melnic.com
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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Wound Care - Cincinnati, OH
We have a new opportunity at this leading academic children’s hospital for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner working with patients ranging in age from 0-21 in the Wound Care Unit. The PNP in this role provides inpatient and outpatient care for patients with complex wound care needs. Specific responsibilities of the PNP include admission histories, physical assessment, diagnosis, plans of care and management of illness.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, CICU - Wilmington, DE
Bring your clinical expertise, skills and experience in pediatric cardiovascular care to join the CICU team at this leading children’s hospital located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. This opportunity is for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to work in the 14 bed cardiac intensive care unit as well as the 16 bed step down unit at the Cardiac Center of this leading children’s hospital that is dedicated to the challenges of pediatric heart disease and its treatment.
The Advanced Nurse Practitioner in the CICU is a clinical specialist who provides family-centered direct and indirect care in the inpatient, ambulatory and outpatient settings for patients with congenital or acquired heart disease. Responsibilities include performing admission assessments, evaluating and documenting patient progress, revision of plans of care when indicated and providing patient/family education.

Pediatric Nurse Manager, Pediatrics, PICU – Florida
If you have excellent organization and leadership skills coupled with experience working in a children’s hospital, consider this opportunity to become the Manager of the Pediatrics/PICU department at this large academic children’s hospital. This Manager leads the team that provides safe and efficient care for pediatric patients in their 47 bed medical/surgical unit and PICU. They are responsible for managing staff including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and staffing with a focus on outcomes and performance improvement.
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care -  Dover, DE
If you are an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who enjoys providing primary care to infants, children and adolescents, consider this position at an outpatient setting affiliated with a leading academic children’s hospital in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. The physicians and nurse practitioners at this primary care location provide compassionate pediatric services that include well-child and preventive care in addition to routine health screenings. They treat children with a variety of routine illnesses and conditions and their family centered care is focused on wellness and prevention.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NICU) - Palo Alto, CA
If you are a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, we have a great opportunity for you to join the Neonatal Intensive Care team at this leading academic children’s hospital in the Western U.S. The NNP in this role is responsible for the delivery of direct patient care to critically ill newborns and premature infants with complex care needs in this 40 bed Level III NICU with an ECMO unit. Using their special training and experience, the nurse practitioner in this role assesses NICU patients through clinical assessment, evaluation and tests. They develop plans of care, recommend treatment therapies and prescribe medications appropriate for the patient. They participate in daily rounds and manage the transfer of patients to/from other units or hospitals.


To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Iowa Association of Nurse Practitioners – Spring Conference

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The IANP Nurse Practitioner Spring Conference kicks off tomorrow, May 9th at the Iowa Methodist
Medical Center in Des Moines, IA.  The conference will begin at 8:30am with special keynote speaker, Mary Chesney, PhD, RN, CPNP, Health Policy Chair of NAPNAP, discussing the implications of the Affordable Care Act as it pertains to children and their families and share her insights from service to the NAPNAP organization. 

Jill Gilliland, President of Melnic Consulting Group, will hold a lunch presentation entitled, PNP Career Connections: Manage, Navigate, and Negotiate Your Way to a  Rewarding Career as a PNP.  PNP students, New Grads, and veteran Pediatric Nurse Practitioners are encouraged to attend. 
Additional presentations on Thursday include:  Talking with Teens: Adolescent Assent, Consent and Confidentiality – Debra Downing, ARNP, CPNP, MSN, Bipolar Disorder and Primary Psychosis in Children – Sasha Khosravi, DO, Hanging Out or Hooking Up? Addressing Adolescent Relationship Abuse – Binnie LeHew, MSW and Becky Parrish, DNP, WHNP-BC. 

Melnic Consulting Group is honored to sponsor the evening reception and poster session to conclude the first day of the conference. 

To find out more about the conference, Click Here

Addition Information: 
SPECIAL GUEST FACULTY
Mary Chesney, PhD, RN, CNPN, Health Policy Chair, National Association of
Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners, and Clinical Assistant Professor,
Director of the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program, School of Nursing,
University of Minneapolis, Minneapolis, Minnesota

SUPPORTING FACULTY
Alan Beste, ACT, LAT, Assistant Executive Director, Iowa High School Athletic
Association, Boone, Iowa
Luis Castagnini, MD, MPH, Blank Children’s Infectious Disease Clinic, Des
Moines, Iowa
Debra Downing, ARNP, CPNP, MSN, Blank Children’s Pediatric Clinic, Des
Moines, Iowa
Cheryll Jones, ARNP, BSN, CPNP, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Child Health
Specialty Clinics and Ottumwa Regional Hospital, Ottumwa, Iowa
Joe Kelly, IANP Legislative Liaison/Lobbyist, Des Moines, Iowa
Sasha Khosravi, DO, Mercy Franklin and Mercy Hospital, Des Moines, Iowa
Binnie LeHew, MSW, Office of Disability, Injury and Violence Prevention, Iowa
Department of Public Health, Des Moines, Iowa
Whitney Molis, MD, Pediatric and Adult Allergy, Iowa Methodist Medical Center,
Des Moines, Iowa
Kevin Officer, BS, Senior Environmental Specialist, Bureau of Lead Poisoning
Prevention, Division of Environmental Health, Iowa Department of Public
Health, Des Moines, Iowa
Becky Parrish, DNP, WHNP-BC, Clinical Policy Coordinator, Family Planning
Council of Iowa, Des Moines, Iowa
Amy Shriver, MD, Blank Children’s Pediatric Clinic, Des Moines, Iowa
Christopher Squier, PhD, DSc, Professor, Oral Pathology and Director, Global
Health Studies Program, College of Dentistry, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
Brent Steinberg, MD, Pediatric Radiology, Blank Children’s Hospital, Des Moines,
Iowa


To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Nurses Week 2013 - We Celebrate You!

Happy Nurses Week from Melnic Consulting Group!

The team at Melnic Consulting Group wishes you a week full of pride, recognition, contentment and joy. Thank you for all that you do, and the incredible amount of skill, intelligence, time, and heart that you give to those in need of your care.  We recognize and celebrate the positive impact that you, as nurses, have on your patients, their families, your communities, and our nation.  We admire your strength, compassion, and willingness to deliver high quality healthcare year-round. 

Enjoy your week, and know that you are truly special 365 days of the year! 

To inquire about Pediatric Nurse Practitioner jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Nursing Leadership - Building Team Credibility

Nurse Leadership Success Strategies

Successful teams have successful leaders, but leadership is not something that is just handed to you overnight.  Stepping into a new nursing leadership role can be a rocky road, especially if you are a new nurse leader, or the new leader of an existing team.  Success starts with a well-defined strategy that includes building trust, opening up communication, and establishing credibility.  If managed correctly, this can be a time of opportunity, development and improvement, but if mismanaged, this time can also lead to resistance and resentment. 

If you are a stepping into a new nursing leadership position, this article from Leadership Caffeine - Get it Right When Starting Up with Your New Team by Art Petty, author and consultant, provides some great strategies to navigate the uncharted territories of leading a new team.  You’ll also discover: The 4 Stages of New-Leader Assimilation, 5 Key Issues at Start-Up, and 4 Common Pitfalls of the Start-Up Leader. 

Looking for a new Pediatric Nursing Leadership Job Opportunity? 

Contact jill@melnic.com for more job and salary information. 

Pediatric Nurse Director of Women’s and Children’s Services - Southwest Region of the U.S.  

Pediatric Nurse Manager, PICU - Southwest

Pediatric Clinical Practice Manager, Dialysis - Northwest

Pediatric Clinical Nurse Manager, Hematology Oncology - Mountain West

Pediatric Nurse Director, Children’s Hospital - Southwest

Pediatric Chief Nursing Informatics Officer - Midwest

Pediatric Nurse Manager, PCICU - Southwestern Region

Pediatric Nurse Manager, Cardiology Outpatient Clinic - Northwest

Administrative Director, Case Management and Care Coordination - Midwest

Pediatric Senior Clinical Director, Cardiology - Midwest

Pediatric Director, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition - Mountain West Region

Director of Nursing - Western U.S.

Pediatric Nurse Manager, Pediatrics, PICU - Southeast U.S.

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

PNP PICU Jobs - Top 5 for Friday!

Melnic Consulting Group can help you land your ideal job with a leading children's hospital. Utilizing Melnic's pediatric nursing career services and career resources is always free for pediatric nursing job candidates. Contact us today! (800) 886-7906 | jill@melnic.com

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU, Experienced PNP-AC - Plano (Dallas), TX
Join this leading academic center children's hospital as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in their Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The Advanced Practice Provider in the PICU of this leading children’s hospital will work with the PICU team in the care and management of patients from newborn to adolescents, aged 0-18, providing a full range of services. They will provide comprehensive care to critically ill and injured children including diagnosis and treatment of complex life threatening conditions and performing emergent and invasive procedures. Specific responsibilities of the PNP/PA in the PICU include performing admission histories and physicals, creating plans of care and collaborating with the attending physician during the entire patient course. They will use their pediatric nursing skills and experience to assess and interpret the data and information needed to identify each patient’s care requirements and provide that family-centered care for their patients.

 Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU, Nights Experienced PNP-AC - Baltimore, MD
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join the multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for infants, children and adolescents, from newborn to age 21, in their Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. In May, 2012, the PICU moved to the new Bloomberg Children's Center, increasing the capacity for patients to 40 beds.This leading children’s hospital is currently ranked number nine of the top ten children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” for 2012-13, and they have achieved Magnet designation, the highest recognition granted to a hospital or medical center for nursing excellence and patient care.The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the PICU is a full-time, nights position with twelve hour shifts and flexible self-scheduling. A competitive salary and benefits program along with opportunities for educational advancement make this a very attractive career opportunity.

 Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU, Experienced PNP-AC - Baltimore, MD
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join the multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for infants, children and adolescents, from newborn to age 21, in their Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. The PNP in the PICU of this leading children’s hospital will provide state-of-the-art care for children and young adults who have life-threatening illnesses or are recovering from major surgery. Medical conditions being treated include respiratory failure, metabolic and seizure disorders, multiorgan failure, shock, toxic ingestions and ECMO support. Patients recovering from general, cardiac, thoracic, orthopedic, neurologic and ear, nose and throat surgery stay in the unit for their post-op care, and the PICU is also the Level I “shock trauma” and burn unit for critically injured and burned children up to 15 years of age. The area's only Level I pediatric trauma center, this PICU uses the most advanced critical care technology along with exceptional care and compassion to treat their patients.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, PICU, PNP-AC/Experienced PNP - Fort Worth, TX
Become a member of the Pediatric Intensive Care team at this leading children’s hospital as the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the PICU. The PNP in this role provides and directs the comprehensive and expert advanced nursing care required for critically ill or injured children who require 24 hour monitoring. Using your advanced knowledge, experience and expert clinical skills to manage the care of these patients in the PICU, you will report clinically to the Medical Director of the PICU and administratively to the Vice President of Nursing Services. This is a full-time, flexible, variable 12 and 24 hour shift position for which acute care certification is required.

PNP, PICU/PCU (Step Down), Experienced PNP-AC - Philadelphia, PA
If you thrive on the unique challenges of critical care medicine, consider joining the multidisciplinary team of this leading children's hospital that provides compassionate family-centered care for their young patients in the areas of trauma, transplant, ECMO, neurosurgery, CWH and more. Working side by side with top pediatric physicians and surgeons and an incredible staff as the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the Pediatric Intensive Care and Pediatric Progressive Care Units (Step Down) of this leading children’s hospital, you will be responsible for patient care as you use your critical analysis and problem-solving skills to interpret laboratory and radiographic data, perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and consult with other health care team providers. The PNP in the PICU and PCU participates in professional leadership initiatives to include quality improvement, education and consultation to the nursing staff. This position offers attractive scheduling options, great benefits and a competitive salary.

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

What Does a Clinical Nurse Specialist Do?

The Clinical Nurse Specialist is an expert clinician and critical component in the delivery of high quality health care in the hospital setting.

The CNS is a Master’s prepared nurse who has transitioned or is in the process of transitioning from the role of RN. As part of the leadership team, the CNS with extensive RN experience will work alongside nurses at the bedside to teach and identify process concerns and educational needs, as well as maintain their own skills.

Looking for a Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Job?

Click Here to View Pediatric CNS Jobs 

In addition to their role of educator, the CNS is responsible for leadership development, research, consulting for other services and institutions, and, of course, clinical practice. They practice in many specialty areas including pediatrics, acute/critical care, adult health, geriatrics, oncology, acute/surgical care and community health to name a few. Their goal is to enhance the delivery of health care within their unit, and their success is defined by the success of their nurses as well as patient outcomes.

The role of the CNS is not without its challenges. They need to effectively balance the need for influence with the nurses to be able to train them successfully in the specific procedures of the unit while meeting the goals of management and leadership. The ideal situation occurs when the CNS has nurse educators in the unit that do orientation, onboarding and credentialing education. This gives the CNS the opportunity to establish themselves as the trainer/educator that delivers excellent quality training to nurses at the bedside.

In some instances, the CNS does not have a direct leadership relationship over the nursing staff, requiring them to be creative in their leadership and educator role. All nurses must have access to the same education and training opportunities, which means the schedule of the CNS has to be flexible to meet the needs of the night shift nurses.

There are several possible reporting structure reporting relationships between the CNS and management. For example, the CNS may report directly to the Director of the unit, or may have a line relationship with the Director. Other possibilities are reporting to a Director of Advanced Practice Nurses, or the Director of Education within the organization. It is very important that the CNS have a clear understanding of the organization’s reporting structure for their particular position.

There are many ways the organization can assist the CNS to ensure success. The most effective is regular goal-setting, scheduling and planning meetings between management and the CNS. Goals are set, expectations are clarified and performance and progress are measured on a regular basis. In addition, the CNS needs solid management support in the areas of funding, resources and time to successfully institute their programs and meet their goals. In some instances, professional coaching is provided for the CNS to help guide relationships between management and the nursing staff.

The AACN Statement of Support for Clinical Nurse Specialists offers a great definition of the Clinical Nurse Specialist Role:

Within the APRN community, Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) play a unique role in the delivery of high quality nursing care. These clinicians are experts in evidence-based nursing and practice in a range of specialty areas, such as oncology, pediatrics, geriatrics, psychiatric/mental health, adult health, acute/critical care, and community health among others. In addition to direct patient care, CNSs also engage in teaching, mentoring, consulting, research, management and systems improvement. Able to adapt their practice across settings, these clinicians greatly influence outcomes by providing expert consultation to all care providers and by implementing improvements in health care delivery systems.  Read More...

View Current Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs and Apply Today:

Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) - Philadelphia, PA
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Cardiac Center - Wilmington DE
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) - Seattle, WA
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Newborn and Young Child Flight Program - Aurora (Denver),CO
Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Philadelphia PA


To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

PNP Primary Care Jobs

PNP Primary Care Jobs!

Are you an experienced Primary Care PNP?  Then consider your new job opportunities...


Melnic Consulting Group has several exciting new Primary Care PNP jobs, including full-time and part-time opportunities as well as a fun and rewarding opportunity at a unique camp for ill children.  If your experience, specialties, and credentials align well with these job descriptions, you may be a great fit for one of these outstanding positions.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care - Peoria, AZ
Exciting part-time or full-time position for an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join this dedicated team that provides compassionate, comprehensive pediatric medical care (sick, preventive and well) for patients from birth through eighteen years of age, working with parents to help raise happy healthy children and treating each child as if they were their own.  The Nurse Practitioner in this role performs physicals, makes diagnoses and recommends treatment or appropriate referrals in addition to ordering diagnostic and laboratory tests and recommending pharmacological agents and treatments. This is a great opportunity to join a busy practice that is affiliated with four nearby hospitals.  This practice is located in the Sonoran Desert area of Arizona in a city that was recently named one of the 100 best places in the U.S. to live.   Learn more and apply today >>
 
Nursing Director at Camp for Ill Children - California
This is a truly amazing opportunity for an experienced pediatric nurse manager to become the Director of Nursing at a summer camp for seriously ill children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses.   This nurse leader will be responsible for nursing care at the camp that includes hiring summer nurses, coordinating volunteer nurses, and tracking medications and supplies.  Additional responsibilities include inventory, budgeting, scheduling and overall management of nursing care and medical needs for those attending the camp.  This position requires the Director to be on the grounds full time during the summer months, and part time with flexibility during the remaining eight months of the year during family weekends and events.   Benefits include malpractice, medical and dental coverage in addition to living expenses while at the camp.

The camp opened in 2003, providing a safe environment for children with special needs that gives them the opportunity to succeed and experience camp the way that other kids do.  In addition to traditional summer recreational activities, there are components for classes in academics and the performing arts and other activities.  Interested?  Find out more >>
 
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care - Klamath Falls, OR
This is a great opportunity for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care to join this pediatric practice that provides excellent primary and acute health care to patients ranging from newborns to adolescents in the beautiful northwest area of the U.S. This practice has a large special needs population, mostly attended to by the physicians, while the Nurse Practitioner performs physicals, makes diagnoses and recommends treatment or appropriate referrals in addition to ordering diagnostic and laboratory tests and recommending pharmacological agents and treatments. The practice is seeking applicants with Emergency or Urgent Care background for treating patients that require suturing, blood draws, etc. The PNP in this primary care practice will normally see 15-20 patients per day, occasionally more on the busiest days during the winter months. They are currently transitioning to an EMR system that will improve workflow and reduce paperwork, enhancing the care they provide their patients.  Read more>>

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care - Fort Worth, TX
Consider joining this group of physicians dedicated to providing outstanding primary care to infants, children and adolescents. Using your pediatric nursing experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you will collaborate with physicians in their private office setting, performing patient histories, assessments, diagnoses and interventions, ordering lab tests and prescribing medications, while developing your own volume of patients and covering for physicians during their absence. The PNP or PA in this primary care role provides general and preventative care meeting wellness and illness needs up to and including hospital admission/discharge, and supervises office clinical personnel as needed. This is a half-time, evenings position that is benefit eligible.  More on this PNP Primary Care Job >>

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care - The Woodlands (Houston), TX
We have an exciting part-time position for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner working four shifts per month (two must be weekend shifts) in this comprehensive pediatric clinic where board certified physicians provide excellent primary and acute health care for patients ranging in age from infants to teens. Responsibilities of the PNP in this Primary Care position include histories, assessments, diagnoses and treatment of patients in this family friendly environment.  Acute care certification is not required for this per diem position.

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Rush University – Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program

Rush University – College of Nursing
Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Certificate Program

Pediatric Nurse Practitioners who are interested in acute care nursing and are ready to take their careers to the next level should consider an Acute Care PNP program similar to the one offered by the Rush University College of Nursing in Chicago.   Their post-graduate certificate program prepares nurses for providing advanced nursing care for acutely, critically and chronically ill children and their families.  These patients have acute medical conditions and are treated by Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioners in a variety of settings and facilities including intensive care, emergency care, as outpatients and even during transport.

Responsibilities of the Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner include physical assessments, ordering and interpreting tests (diagnostics) and prescribing medications in a fast-paced environment.  The Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner is in great demand because of the growing numbers of children living in this country and because of the current health care crisis in the U.S., where patients forego preventive medical care because they are uninsured and cannot afford it, then turn to emergency or acute care facilities in a crisis situation.

The Rush University College of Nursing’s Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Program is ranked #5 of the best nursing schools by U.S. News & World Report.   Upon completion of the Rush ACPNP postgraduate program, graduates gain eligibility for certification from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and licensing/certification in states that offer it.  The application deadline for the term beginning in January of 2014 is August 1, 2013.  For more information about the ACPNP program at the Rush University College of Nursing, click here. 

Jill Gilliland, President of Melnic Consulting Group, was invited by the coordinator of the Acute Care Rush Program, Beth Bolick, to speak with students in the post master's Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care program. Jill provided career guidance to students and; shared tips on developing career networks, updating PNP resumes, preparing for PNP interviews, and landing the ideal Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care job.

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Pediatric Nursing Jobs - Top 5 for Friday!

Top 5 Pediatric Nursing Jobs at Leading Children's Hospitals! Melnic Consulting Group can

help you land a job with a leading children's hospital. Utilizing Melnic's pediatric nursing career services and career resources is always free for pediatric nursing job candidates. Contact us today! (800) 886-7906 | jill@melnic.com

Pediatric Nurse Manager, Pediatrics, PICU - Southeast U.S.
If you have excellent organization and leadership skills coupled with experience working in a children’s hospital, consider this opportunity to become the Manager of the Pediatrics/PICU department at this large academic children’s hospital.  This Manager leads the team that provides safe and efficient care for pediatric patients in their 47 bed medical/surgical unit and PICU.  They are responsible for managing staff including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and staffing with a focus on outcomes and performance improvement.

Inquire about salary information for these Pediatric Nursing jobs. Email Jill@melnic.com

Pediatric Director, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition - Mountain West Region
If you are a proven nurse leader with education, training and management experience in pediatric gastroenterology, consider this opportunity to join a leading academic children’s hospital as the Director of their Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Department.  Their team of gastroenterology experts specializes in providing world class care for infants, children and adolescents with GI disorders and conditions.  In this health care management role, the Director is responsible for the overall clinical and operational leadership and management of the department, ensuring safe patient care with optimal delivery outcomes in this patient and family-centered environment.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Hematology/Oncology, PNP-AC - Dallas, TX
This is a great opportunity to join a leading academic center children's hospital as the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Hematology/Oncology.  The Advanced Practice Provider in this role cares for patients ranging in age from 0-18 in the Hematology/Oncology unit who are being treated for leukemia, neutropenia, anemia and sickle cell conditions. Patients cared for include patients receiving chemotherapy, acute exacerbations of chronic disease, and those with complications such as fever and neutropenia or excessive nausea/vomiting.

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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Cardiomyopathy, PNP - Cincinnati, OH
This leading academic children’s hospital has a position for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in their Heart Institute caring for children and young adults who have been diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy, a disease that causes the heart muscle to become weakened and enlarged, affecting efficient blood flow into and out of the heart. The Advanced Practice Nurse in this role is skilled in physical assessment, diagnosis, well-child care and management of illness, leadership, consultation, research and teaching. They provide primary or acute/chronic health care, including clinical management, for Cardiomyopathy patients. The PNP in Cardiomyopathy uses their clinical expertise to collect data necessary for assessment, diagnosis and creating plans of patient care. They evaluate the diagnosis and effectiveness of interventions and treatment, and develop outcomes as measurable goals, subject to revision as necessary during the course of treatment.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, CVICU, PNP-AC - Phoenix, AZ
This leading academic children’s hospital in the Southwest area of the United States has an opportunity for an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in their Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit that serves the most critically-ill or injured children in the state. The multidisciplinary team provides intensive care in a variety of areas including neuro-resuscitation, trauma, cardiac care, endocrine, hematology/oncology and ECMO life support in addition to caring for patients who have undergone renal or bone marrow transplants.

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Pediatric Nurse Manager Job at Painted Turtle Camp

Looking for a fun and rewarding job opportunity?

Join The Painted Turtle! - Now seeking a passionate Nursing Director
The Painted Turtle offers children with serious medical conditions and their families a unique camp experience designed to foster personal growth and exploration.  Apply today!

This is a truly amazing opportunity for an experienced pediatric nurse manager to become the Director of Nursing at a summer camp for seriously ill children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses.   This nurse leader will be responsible for nursing care at the camp that includes hiring summer nurses, coordinating volunteer nurses, and tracking medications and supplies.  Additional responsibilities include inventory, budgeting, scheduling and overall management of nursing care and medical needs for those attending the camp.  This position requires the Director to be on the grounds full time during the summer months, and part time with flexibility during the remaining eight months of the year during family weekends and events.   Benefits include malpractice, medical and dental coverage in addition to living expenses while at the camp.

The camp opened in 2003, providing a safe environment for children with special needs that gives them the opportunity to succeed and experience camp the way that other kids do.  In addition to traditional summer recreational activities, there are components for classes in academics and the performing arts in addition to other activities.

For more information, please contact Melnic Consulting Group, Jill Gilliland, at jill@melnic.com or (800) 886-7906.  Thank you.

BSN, required; current California nursing license, required; PALS and ACLS prior to or upon hire, required; management experience, required; charge nurse and camp experience, preferred. 

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

NAPNAP Student Reception - Melnic Consulting Group

Melnic Consulting Group was honored to co-sponsor the 6th Annual NAPNAP Student Reception

with PNCB.  The PNP student reception is given in honor of our most valuable resources - our future PNPs at every level of education - masters through doctoral.  In honor of NAPNAPs 40th Anniversary, we honor the faculty and preceptors who guide and mentor PNP students.  It is exciting to see so many PNP students participating in the NAPNAP conference and we are confident that the current PNP students will become NAPNAP leaders in the future.  The student reception was made possible through the generous support of the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) and Melnic Consulting Group - Leader in Pediatric Nurse Placement.  The highlight of the reception and the NAPNAP conference was the release of the new NAPNAP Career Guide that is now available at www.napnapcareerguide.com.

View NAPNAP Student Reception Pictures

View NAPNAP Student Reception Video

Melnic Consulting Group partnered with NAPNAP to develop the new NAPNAP Career Guide that is comprised of valuable and rich content for PNPs throughout the longevity of their careers.  “We believe that PNPs and NPs will find the NAPNAP career guide to be extremely useful at all stages of their careers.  It is very user friendly and filled with career development tools, tips for interviewing, sample resumes, and much more.  If you are looking for a new PNP job opportunity, be sure to click over to Melnic Consulting Group to view nationwide PNP job listings.”  - Jill Gilliland, President, Melnic Consulting Group. 

To inquire about PNP jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

NAPNAP Awards Karin Reuter-Rice the Henry K. Silver Memorial Award

Congratulations to Karin Reuter-Rice, PhD, CPNP-AC, FCCM for being recognized as the 2013


Karin Reuter-Rice, PhD, CPNP-AC, FCCM 
Henry K. Silver Memorial Award Recipient
at NAPNAP 2013 with Jill Gilliland,
Melnic Consulting Group 

recipient of the Henry K. Silver Memorial Award, at last week’s NAPNAP Conference in Orlando, FL.  

The prestigious Henry K. Silver Memorial Award, named in honor of the co-founder of the nurse practitioner role, recognizes an outstanding member who promotes the role of the nurse practitioner at the national or international level.  Candidates are nominated by peers and selected by the Executive board.   

“Karin Reuter-Rice is a world-class leader, visionary, and advocate in the advancement of pediatric nurse practitioners and healthcare. I am thrilled that she has been recognized with the Henry K. Silver Memorial Award. Karin is a close friend and I value my relationship with her and Duke School of Nursing.” – Jill Gilliland, President and CEO of Melnic Consulting Group

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com