Full Job Description
Job Description
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children’s is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best children’s hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Second Among All Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2024)
- One of the nation’s America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Description of APP role
APP in the department of endocrinology to manage Type 1 diabetes patients. Role includes clinical component (seeing patients in clinics at Base campus, Union Kentucky, and other satellite locations as needed, 6-8 clinics per week), impatient coverage of admitted diabetes patients (3-4 weeks per year), and phone coverage (managing insulin dose adjustments,1-3 shifts per week).
Experience
Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant
Experience with diabetes is highly preferred and candidates with RN or APP experience with T1D and T1D technology (CGM, pumps) will be prioritized.
Qualifications
- Certification-FNP, Primary Care, Physician Assistant
Schedule
- Shift length 8 hours and 12 hours (inpatient weeks)
- Day shift, with potential for weekends and holidays at some future date.
- Must be willing to travel to satellite locations including Union Kentucky, and other satellites as needed
Salary
$104,000-$154,336
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
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Patient Care- Perform history and/or physical exams on patients presenting for care in area of expertise. Assess and diagnose illnesses, including chronic and acute conditions. Formulate, document and monitor a treatment plan. Order and monitor therapeutic interventions including but not limited to diets, laboratory, radiological and diagnostic tests as deemed necessary by patient history and/or physical exam. Provide clinical consultation, order interdisciplinary consults. Professional practice including but not limited to prescription of medications in accordance with Federal and State Law & Rules and CCHMC policy. Attains and maintains competency in subspecialty practice, skills and procedures in accordance with Joint Commission standards for focused (FPPE) and ongoing (OPPE) professional practice evaluation.
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Outcomes Identification and Planning- Develops outcomes as measurable goals that provide direction for continuity of care & continuity of care & consistency among providers. Develops, prioritizes, evaluates & modifies an individualized comprehensive plan of care. Addresses each diagnosis or issue, as appropriate. Derives outcomes & plans of care that involve the patient/family/caregiver when possible & are realistic to the patient/family/caregiver capabilities & resources. Considers risks/benefits, costs, clinical effectiveness, current scientific evidence/clinical guidelines & clinical expertise to formulate interventions, treatments & outcomes. Incorporates new knowledge & strategies to initiate change in practice if desired outcomes not achieved. Maintains documentation & updates accordingly outcomes, goals & the plan of care.
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Professional Practice- Maintain professional behaviors aligned with core values and care standards, participate in quality improvement activities or research to improve the care delivery process & patient care outcomes. Participate in lifelong learning and professional development activities that improves skills & competence in clinical practice/role performance. Serve as preceptor, role model, or mentor; Contribute to the professional development of peers/colleagues to improve pediatric health care & to foster the professions growth. Integrate ethical considerations & research findings into practice; Provide leadership by participating on committees or in professional organizations, or writing/publishing/presenting. Advocate for the pediatric patient/family/caregiver. Serve as a leader, influencing both healthcare/APRN practice & policy.
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Care Management- Maintains competency in skills/procedures; Promotes self-management & family centered care; Employs diverse & complex strategies, interventions, & teaching to promote health & a safe environment; Provides leadership in care management to achieve optimal quality, cost-effective care; Documents & communicates with healthcare team members to achieve an integrated delivery of pediatric care services; Delegates appropriate monitoring, assessment, & interventions according to the patient and scope of practice of the caregiver; Provides consultation to influence the identified plan of care, to enhance the abilities of others to provide health care, and to effect change in the healthcare system; Makes appropriate referrals and discusses recommendations with patient/family/caregiver; Orders and/or performs appropriate treatments, therapies, & procedures that are based on current knowledge, research, & practice; Provides patient/family/caregiver with diagnostic & laboratory results as well as actual/potential benefits, limitations, & adverse effects of proposed therapies.
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Evaluation- Uses a systematic, ongoing evaluation of the assessment data & outcomes to revise or resolve the diagnoses, outcomes, the plan of care, & the implementation as needed; Evaluates the accuracy of the diagnosis, effectiveness of the interventions & the plan of care strategies in relation to attainment of expected outcomes; Includes the patient/family/caregiver & other healthcare providers; Bases the evaluation process on advanced knowledge, practice, research, & documents appropriately; Utilizes the results of the evaluation to determine the impact on the patient/family/caregiver, organization, & system to make/recommend process or structural changes including policy, procedure, or protocols as appropriate.
Scope for subspecialty role will not exceed the scope of the collaborating or supervising MD.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
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Master’s degree in related field. May require clinical license, certification or training OR Doctor of Nursing Practice degree
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Licensure and certification in accordance with CCHMC Delineation of Privileges
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Multi-state licensure in addition to Ohio licensure may be required based on subspeciality
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
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Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment.
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Competitive retirement plans
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Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
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Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
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Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
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Referral bonus program for current staff!
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Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL – LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos – Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
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Physical and mental health wellness programs
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Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
- Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
Primary Location
Burnet Campus
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
APP Medical Subspecialty Otpt
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
- Expected Starting Pay Range
- Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status
$99,278.40 – $126,817.60
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability