PICU Pediatric APP (NP/PA)

Job Description & Requirements
PICU Pediatric APP (NP/PA)
StartDate: 1/5/2026 Pay Rate: $108000.00 - $160000.00

A Nationally Recognized Leader in Pediatric Acute Care Seeks PICU APPs | Work at a Nationally and Regionally Ranked Children's Hospital | Join a Collaborative, Growing Team | Live and Work in Highly Desirable Nashville, TN

Join a nationally ranked children's hospital actively expanding its advanced practice provider team in a 42-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. As nationally recognized leader in pediatric acute care, this institution offers professional growth and work-life balance. You'll collaborate in a supportive, academic-driven environment that values Certified Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants, recognizing them as essential partners in delivering exceptional patient care. Teams here bring compassion, collaboration, and cutting-edge expertise to families across a wide regional footprint. With generous benefits, sign-on incentives, and relocation assistance, now is the time to explore your next chapter in pediatric care. Contact us today to learn more.

Highlights

· Practice in a 42-bed Pediatric Intensive Care Unit dedicated to the care of critically ill children

· Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including intensivists, nurses, respiratory therapists, social workers, and more

· Provide acute care as a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care or Physician Assistant

· Deliver evidence-based care using advanced clinical judgment, diagnostics, and specialty protocols

· Work full-time night shifts supporting a high-acuity patient population in a critical care setting

· Receive comprehensive benefits, including high-quality health, dental, and vision plans, plus a 403(b) retirement plan

· Qualify for a $15,000 sign-on bonus with one or more years of NP or PA experience

· Enjoy paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and subsidized backup childcare

· Be part of a top-ranked university recognized as the No. 18 university in the nation

· Access relocation assistance if moving from more than 100 miles outside Nashville, Tennessee

Community Information – Southern Living with No State Income Tax

A thriving city with a robust job market, economic growth, and no state income tax, Nashville, TN, has everything you need to enjoy an excellent quality of life. The city is filled with ample amenities, gorgeous scenery, genuine Southern hospitality, and activities for individuals of all ages. It also has a vibrant music and entertainment scene.

· Named a Best Place to Live and Retire in the US (US News)

· Named a Best City for Young Professionals, a Best City for Outdoor Activities in America, and a Most Diverse City in America (Niche)

· Exceptional Livability Score from Area Vibes, with A+ grades for Amenities, Commute, Cost of Living, Housing, and Health & Safety

· Home of the Country Music Hall of Fame

· Some of the top public and private schools in the state

· Enjoy the outdoors—hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, camping, and much more