Best Children’s Hospitals 2015 - 2016

Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll

Once again it is with great pleasure that Melnic Consulting Group congratulates the top children’s hospitals that have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” report for 2015-16. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work with so many of these great leaders in pediatric medicine as they provide world-class care for critically ill children and their families.

Jill Gilliland, president of Melnic Consulting Group says, “We salute these top children’s hospitals for their outstanding commitment to providing exceptional care for our nation’s children. We are proud to have the opportunity to work with so many of them, and wish them all continued success.”

The twelve hospitals that attained high scores in three or more pediatric specialties have been named to the Honor Roll for 2015-16, including:

Boston Children’s Hospital

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

Texas Children’s Hospital, Houston

Children’s Hospital Colorado, Aurora

Seattle Children’s Hospital

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC

Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, Ohio

Children’s National Medical Center, Washington, D.C.

Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

View the full report: U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” 2015-16 

Interested in joining the team at one of these top children's hospitals?

View Job Opportunities for PNPs, NNPs, CNSs, PAs, and Nurse Leaders!

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

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC

Welcome to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center)

The first Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh started in 1890 in a donated mansion that had been converted to a pediatric medical care facility.   Throughout the years, there have been additions, new buildings and towers culminating in the children’s medical facility of today that has 1.5 million square feet of space and 296 beds.  Today, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) is a leader in pediatric health care, with a worldwide reputation for pediatric medical excellence and outstanding clinical services, research and medical education.

Over thirty years ago, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC pioneered the first pediatric transplant center in the U.S.  Since 1981 their team has performed more organ transplants than any other pediatric transplant center, and their survival rates are among the highest in the world.  They continue their quest for future successes in solid organ transplant through research into developing smaller ventricular assist devices to support small patients awaiting transplant and new therapies that will prevent organ rejection following transplant.

Looking for an advanced practice nursing job opportunity in Pittsburgh? 
Take a look at these Neonatal Nursing Positions: 
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Pittsburgh, PA
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Pittsburgh, PA 

The Heart Institute at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC provides world class cardiac services for patients ranging from the tiniest (in utero) infants to children, adolescents and young adults.   They see 17,000 patients with congenital or acquired heart disease every year, and their groundbreaking cardiology research in the area of congestive heart disease is world renowned and respected as they are  “Inspiring Hope in Every Heartbeat.”  With an eye to the future they are providing excellent high-quality training programs for pediatric cardiologists and physician scientists as well as continuing medical education opportunities for their staff and practicing physicians.

In 2008, Children’s opened their pediatric medical research center – a ten story 300,000 square foot facility that houses the fastest growing research program in the U.S., ranking 7th in the nation for NIH grant funding. One of the most famous and far reaching advancements resulting from their research was the development of the polio vaccine in the 1950’s.  Currently, with more than 125 principal investigators working on hundreds of projects, they continue to use the most advanced technologies and tools as they conduct research in stem cell biology, gene therapy, pediatric cancer, juvenile diabetes and traumatic brain injuries, to name a few.

Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC is a global leader in providing family-centered health care to pediatric patients and their families from around the world.  Ranked as one of the nation’s top ten pediatric hospitals in U.S. News and World Report’s Honor Roll of “Best Children’s Hospitals” for 2013-14, this academic pediatric healthcare leader is ranked in all ten pediatric specialties.  It has just been named number six on the list of top ten children's hospitals in the U.S. in Parents magazine's children’s hospital rankings for 2013.  It has achieved Magnet status for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practice, and was recognized by The Leapfrog Group for excellence in quality and safety of patient care.

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center)
One Children's Hospital Drive
4401 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15224

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

Pittsburgh, PA – A Hip Place for Health Care Providers

Pittsburgh Pennsylvania is a thriving city with outdoor concerts, professional sports teams, vibrant restaurants, a lively culture, top universities and leading hospitals.

For pediatric health care providers, Pittsburgh is an astounding place to live and work.  There are 8 top ranking hospitals in the Pittsburgh area, including nationally ranked Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, and Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC – both of which are hiring!
 
For music and art lovers, Pittsburgh is filled with concerts, music and cultural festivals, performing arts theatres and stimulating entertainment year around.  For foodies, there many unique tastes to check out in the Pittsburgh area with top rated restaurants, wineries, micro breweries, coffee shops, and bakeries.  Your only dilemma will be where to eat next! 

Often referred to by locals as the “Burgh,” Pittsburgh is a sports lover’s dream.  Home to the Steelers, Pirates, Penguins, and the University of Pittsburgh Panthers, there is always a game to catch in the “Burgh.”

Aside from all of the exciting activities in Pittsburgh, it turns out that this great city is kind of a big deal when it comes to being smart.  According to a recent study, Pittsburgh is ranked #1 in the list of America’s smartest cities, and is also fifth in the U.S. for adults 25-34 with at least a four-year degree.  With 7 remarkable universities, numerous libraries, inspiring museums, and excellent public education, one thing Pittsburgh is not lacking is smarts. 

If you are a neonatal advanced practice provider, consider your opportunities in Pittsburgh, PA!

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Pittsburgh, PA:  If you are a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with experience working in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, consider joining this leading women's hospital in their Neonatology ICU.  This NNP will work in a Level III NICU providing primary health care and emergency services to high-risk newborns and infants including obtaining histories, performing physical exams and interpreting lab, radiographic and clinical data for developing plans of care under physician supervision.  This is a full-time rotating shift position with an additional financial incentive for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner willing to cover at two locations based on census.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Pittsburgh, PA:  This is a great opportunity for a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join one of the top ten academic children's hospitals in the U.S. in their Neonatology Services Department.  This NNP will work in a Level IV NICU at this leading children's hospital.   The NNP in this state-of-the-art 31 bed NICU performs high level diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, initiates emergency evaluation and treatment, makes appropriate referrals for consultations, coordinates discharge planning, participates in ground/air Neonatal transports and provides staff education in addition to patient and family education and support.   This is a full-time, rotating shift position with an additional financial incentive for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner willing to cover at two locations based on census.


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