Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner jobs are open across children's hospitals, outpatient pediatric clinics, and federally qualified health centers, at every level from new-grad NP to lead and supervising practice roles, with specializations in primary care, developmental pediatrics, and acute care. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Be part of a world-class academic healthcare system, The University of Chicago Medicine , as an Advanced Practice Provider (Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant)
Sign on Bonus and Relocation Package Available
The Advanced Practice Provider will be responsible for comprehensive direct patient care management and will manage a caseload of patients by exercising autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of delegated medical treatments. The APP will provide healthcare and patient services that may include educational, research, and clinical nursing specialist support, as well as complete administrative activities under the direction and supervision of the medical director and advanced practice leadership. The APP has acquired the knowledge, skills, and judgment necessary to assist the physician through organized instruction and supervised practice.
Advanced Practice Provider Essential Job Functions
- Taking patient history, conducting examinations, diagnosing illness
- Pre and post-operative patient evaluation and ordering and interpreting laboratory tests Ability to exercise autonomy in medical decision-making, provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services
Advanced Practice Nurse Required Qualifications
- Masters of Science in Nursing
- Current and/or eligibility for State of Illinois RN and APN licensure/registration Must have or be able to qualify for Illinois and DEA prescribing numbers
Physician Assistant Required Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program Certification in ACLS and by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and current and/or eligibility for State of Illinois licensure / registration
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as an advanced practice provider in pediatrics
- Wound, Ostomy, and Continence certification (WOCN) or equivalent specialty certification or open to training/obtaining certification within the first two years. Prior experience in an academic medical center or complex tertiary care setting managing complex wounds and ostomies.
Position Details
· Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0)
· Shift: Days
· Unit/Department: Surgical Intensive Care Unit
· CBA Code: Non-Union
Be part of a world-class academic healthcare system, The University of Chicago Medicine , as an Advanced Practice Provider (Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant)
Sign on Bonus and Relocation Package Available
The Advanced Practice Provider will be responsible for comprehensive direct patient care management and will manage a caseload of patients by exercising autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of delegated medical treatments. The APP will provide healthcare and patient services that may include educational, research, and clinical nursing specialist support, as well as complete administrative activities under the direction and supervision of the medical director and advanced practice leadership. The APP has acquired the knowledge, skills, and judgment necessary to assist the physician through organized instruction and supervised practice.
Advanced Practice Provider Essential Job Functions
- Taking patient history, conducting examinations, diagnosing illness
- Pre and post-operative patient evaluation and ordering and interpreting laboratory tests Ability to exercise autonomy in medical decision-making, provide a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services
Advanced Practice Nurse Required Qualifications
- Masters of Science in Nursing
- Current and/or eligibility for State of Illinois RN and APN licensure/registration Must have or be able to qualify for Illinois and DEA prescribing numbers
Physician Assistant Required Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational program Certification in ACLS and by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and current and/or eligibility for State of Illinois licensure / registration
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as an advanced practice provider in pediatrics
- Wound, Ostomy, and Continence certification (WOCN) or equivalent specialty certification or open to training/obtaining certification within the first two years. Prior experience in an academic medical center or complex tertiary care setting managing complex wounds and ostomies.
Position Details
· Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0)
· Shift: Days
· Unit/Department: Surgical Intensive Care Unit
· CBA Code: Non-Union
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Who's Hiring
- PM Pediatrics Management32
- Nemours Children's Health19
- Texas Children's Hospital8
- UT Southwestern Medical Center8
- Mountain Park Health Center7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services95
- Education22
- Non-Profit & Social Services9
- Agriculture & Farming7
- Insurance6
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric nurse practitioner jobs.
- Active APRN license and national certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-PC or CPNP-AC)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
- Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority in the state of practice
- Minimum one to three years of clinical experience in a pediatric or family practice setting
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms
Tips for Your Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Job Search
Tailor your resume for care settings
Hiring managers in pediatric settings scan for specific patient populations and acuity levels. List your clinical hours by setting, whether inpatient PICU, urgent care, or outpatient primary care, so your experience reads as directly relevant to the role.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pediatric nurse practitioner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your prescriptive authority status
Many job postings filter candidates by prescriptive authority and controlled substance DEA registration. State your prescriptive authority status and the states where you hold it clearly near the top of your resume, not buried in a credentials list.
Prepare population-specific clinical stories
Pediatric NP interviews often center on how you handle age-specific presentations and family communication. Walk interviewers through two or three concrete patient scenarios that demonstrate your assessment approach across different developmental stages.
Filter openings by collaborative practice model
Some states require physician supervision agreements, which affects your day-to-day autonomy and scope. When reading job descriptions, look for language about collaborative practice requirements or full practice authority to understand the structure before you apply.
Negotiate call responsibilities during the offer
After-hours call and weekend coverage vary widely between pediatric roles and rarely appear clearly in job postings. During offer conversations, ask explicitly about call frequency, backup protocols, and how call is compensated before accepting.
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pediatric nurse practitioners?
The companies hiring the most pediatric nurse practitioners right now include PM Pediatrics Management, Nemours Children's Health, and Texas Children's Hospital, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at children's hospital systems and large pediatric group practices.
How many pediatric nurse practitioner jobs are remote?
About 10% of pediatric nurse practitioner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most pediatric clinical work. Telehealth roles are most common in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, care coordination, and chronic disease management, where follow-up visits can be conducted virtually.
How do you become a pediatric nurse practitioner?
You become a pediatric nurse practitioner by completing a graduate-level nursing program with a pediatric NP concentration, then passing a national certification exam through either PNCB or AANP. Before applying to NP programs, most candidates hold a registered nurse license and gain clinical experience in pediatric or family settings. After certification, you apply for APRN licensure in your state and, where required, obtain a collaborative practice agreement before seeing patients independently.
How do you get hired as a pediatric nurse practitioner with little experience?
New-grad pediatric NPs are most competitive when they can point to clinical rotations in pediatric settings, strong preceptor references, and board certification completed before the job search begins. Many children's hospital systems and federally qualified health centers run new-grad NP residency programs that offer structured onboarding and mentorship. Applying to outpatient primary care roles and school-based health clinics can also be a practical entry point, as these settings often have more flexibility to train NPs who are newer to independent practice.
What does the pediatric nurse practitioner interview process look like?
Most pediatric NP interviews begin with a phone or video screen with a recruiter or practice manager, followed by a panel interview that typically includes a supervising physician, lead NP, and sometimes a clinic administrator. Candidates are often asked to walk through clinical decision-making scenarios involving common pediatric presentations and family communication challenges. Some larger hospital systems include a credentialing review or a brief skills assessment as part of the process before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric nurse practitioner jobs?
You can find and apply to pediatric nurse practitioner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from children's hospitals, outpatient clinics, health centers, and telehealth providers across the United States. Find roles that match your setting preference, certification, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing.
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