Advanced Practice Provider (APP/NP/PA) Pediatric Cardiology Acute Care

Join Us in Building the Future of Pediatric Cardiology Acute Care

UVA Health Children's is expanding its Pediatric Cardiology Acute Care services, creating an exciting opportunity for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to join a newly developing APP team. Whether you are an experienced APP or a new graduate with a passion for pediatric cardiology, this is an opportunity to grow professionally, provide exceptional care, and help shape a new model of inpatient cardiac care.

As part of UVA Health's Congenital Heart Disease and Pediatric Heart Transplant Programs, you will work alongside an exceptional multidisciplinary team caring for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents with congenital and acquired heart conditions.

The Role

This newly created position focuses on inpatient pediatric cardiology acute care, supporting patients throughout their hospitalization, including those transitioning from cardiac intensive care. While the primary clinical responsibility is on the acute care service, APPs will collaborate closely with the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU), cardiothoracic surgery, heart transplant, and other specialty teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.

In this role, you will:

• Provide comprehensive inpatient management for children with congenital and acquired cardiac conditions, including medically complex patients and heart transplant recipients.
• Collaborate with pediatric cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, fellows, APPs, nurses, and multidisciplinary specialty teams.
• Support transitions of care, patient and family education, and discharge planning.
• Help develop clinical workflows, best practices, and quality improvement initiatives for a growing acute care service.
• Participate in a collaborative, team-based coverage model that includes day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts, with applicable shift differentials.

Your Growth and Development

We welcome both experienced APPs and new graduates who are eager to develop expertise in pediatric cardiology. Our commitment to structured onboarding, clinical mentorship, and ongoing professional development will support your transition into this highly specialized practice.

As a founding member of this expanding APP team, you will also have opportunities to contribute to program development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the future of pediatric cardiovascular care at UVA Health.

Qualifications: Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification is preferred for NP candidates. Physician Assistant candidates with appropriate qualifications and a strong interest in pediatric cardiology are encouraged to apply.

Advanced Practice Provider Scope of Practice

Clinical

• Provides expert, evidence-based, top-of-scope clinical care.
• Collaborates with specialty and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provides patient and family education.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation and regulatory compliance.

Leadership

• Supports development of specialty best practices and clinical protocols.
• Participates in committees, workgroups, and clinical education.
• Mentors colleagues and learners.

Administration

• Contributes to clinical quality improvement initiatives.
• Participates in professional governance through the APP Council.
• Engages in team and departmental development activities.

Professional

• Demonstrates UVA Health's ASPIRE values.
• Maintains required licenses, certifications, and clinical competencies.
• Participates in professional development and specialty organizations.

Why UVA Health Children's?

At UVA Health Children's, you will be part of a collaborative academic medical center committed to exceptional patient care, education, innovation, and advancing pediatric cardiovascular services.

What makes this opportunity special:

• Help establish a new Pediatric Cardiology Acute Care APP team.
• Care for children with complex congenital heart disease and pediatric heart transplant needs.
• Work alongside experienced pediatric cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, and critical care teams.
• Benefit from structured onboarding, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities.
• Enjoy competitive shift differentials for eligible shifts.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Life in Charlottesville

Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Charlottesville offers a wonderful balance of outdoor recreation, arts and culture, excellent dining, and the energy of a vibrant university community. With beautiful surroundings and easy access to hiking, cycling, and nearby wineries, Charlottesville is an exceptional place to build both a career and a life.

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Background checks and pre-employment health screenings are required for all new hires. Safety-sensitive positions involving direct patient care also require a drug screen.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree.

Experience: Department and unit specific.

Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, and Physician Associate) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.