Full Time Nurse Practitioner

KidsXpress Urgent Care in Hoover, AL is seeking Family and Pediatric Nurse Practitioners to join our compassionate and skilled team. Our mission is to provide kids and families with fast, dependable care they can trust. We are looking for motivated individuals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering high-quality pediatric care alongside a talented team of providers and clinical staff.

JOB SUMMARY

The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive care to children from birth through young adulthood (ages 0-21). This role is responsible for examining, diagnosing, and treating patients with acute injuries, infections, and illnesses while ensuring compassionate, family-centered care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

- Collaborates with team members to examine and treat pediatric patients.

- Performs assessment and treatment of acute injuries, infections, illnesses, and asthma care.

- Provides minor laceration repair with adhesive or sutures; removes staples and sutures.

- Provides preliminary interpretation of x-rays with radiology over-read.

- Orders, prescribes, and interprets appropriate lab tests.

- Maintains accurate medical records of professional services rendered.

- Prepares and reviews reports, claims, and correspondence in compliance with Federal and State regulations.

- Provides telemedicine services to pediatric patients as needed.

- Prescribes appropriate medications and treatment plans.

- Recommends preventive health practices and lifestyle guidance.

- Refers patients to specialists or other providers when appropriate.

- Stays current on pediatric advancements by attending seminars and continuing education.

- Consistently demonstrates dignity, respect, and professionalism toward co-workers, patients, vendors, and visitors.

- Provides excellent customer service to patients and staff.

- Delivers compassionate, family-centered care.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no direct reports but may supervise the activities of other staff to ensure tasks are completed promptly and patients receive the best possible care.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Minimum 2 years of related experience required
• Active Board of Nursing certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-BC/FNP-BC)
• Masters or Doctorate degree from an accredited nursing program
• Active RN and PNP licensure in Alabama with board certification as a NP in Pediatric Acute Care, Pediatric Primary Care, or Family Care
• 2+ years experience providing care as a Nurse Practitioner
• Strong acute care clinical background preferred, but not required
• BLS certification required
• Knowledge of urgent care procedures
• Evidence-based quality care delivery
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
• Knowledge of OSHA and CLIA guidelines and confidentiality requirements
• Current knowledge of pediatric medications and side effects
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proficiency with EMR systems, MS Windows, and Microsoft Office 365
• Ability to delegate, make sound clinical judgments, and prioritize patient safety
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced urgent care environment

QUALIFICATIONS

COMPANY POSITION STATEMENT

This job description is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or requirements. KidsXpress Urgent Care reserves the right to revise the role or assign other tasks as needed (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, or technology developments). We are proud to offer all employees a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance .

KidsXpress Urgent Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pre-employment background checks and drug screenings are required.