What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, PICU position at Nemours?
Nemours Children's Hospital in Orlando, Florida is seeking a Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider to join our Pediatric Critical Care (PICU) Team! In this role you will obtain patient and family histories, perform physical and developmental assessment, make diagnoses, participate in developing a management plan, perform invasive procedures, obtain specialist consultations, teach and counsel patients and families, participate in teaching residents and students, and perform appropriate documentation. You will be a part of a collegial and vibrant PICU multidisciplinary team that takes pride in excellent patient outcomes, teaching, and teamwork.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage
- Continuing Education allowance and paid time off to attend Conferences
- Retirement plan with employer matching
- Paid licensure, DEA, and malpractice coverage
- A collaborative, mission‑driven culture focused on provider well‑being, work‑life balance, and long‑term career growth
Qualifications
- Current Active/clear Florida APRN or PA license in good standing
- Current AHA BLS & PALS certification upon hire
- Preferred Candidates : Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care Certification, Pediatric APP experience, (Intensive Care, Transport, Acute Care, or Emergency Medicine welcomed)
- New‑to‑practice APPs (with appropriate background) encouraged to apply and will be supported through structured onboarding, mentorship, and training
If you are seeking a role that offers professional development, meaningful pediatric specialization, and the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized providers in a supportive environment, this is the opportunity for you.
Orlando offers an exceptional quality of life with year‑round sunshine, no state income tax, diverse neighborhoods, top‑rated schools, and easy access to beaches, outdoor recreation, and world‑class entertainment.
Nemours Children’s Health is a nationally recognized, mission‑driven organization committed exclusively to pediatric care. Our clinicians work in a collaborative, academically rich environment that supports innovation, ongoing learning, and career longevity—while keeping patients and families at the center of everything
we do.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan