Cape Fox Subsidiary Eagle Health, LLC is accepting resumes for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to support the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development in Bethesda, Maryland. NICHD’s mission is to lead research and training to understand human development, improve reproductive health, enhance the lives of children and adolescents, and optimize abilities for all. Pediatric NP experience is required. Prescribes and recommends drugs or other forms of treatment in collaboration with physicians and other members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Collaborate with staff on the evaluation, treatment and monitoring of research subjects in inpatient and outpatient settings and ensure patient and families’ ongoing understanding of the clinical and research processes. Monitor patients for toxicities of treatment and other possible adverse reactions to drugs or procedures that may require emergency treatment or revision of the prescribed regimen. Take histories and perform physical examinations or perform daily progress evaluations for inpatients or follow-up visits for outpatients and document appropriately. Provide clinical coverage of clinical and research procedures and promote the safety of patients over time. Provide health care maintenance, diagnostic and therapeutic services, education and counseling. Initiate and coordinate visits, drug orders, laboratory procedures, consultations, and treatments for patients based on clinical needs or protocol requirements. NPs have admitting privileges and do not need to be under the direction of a physician. Provide documentation and monitoring and grading of side effects related to a variety of study interventions including drugs and psychological behaviors. Monitor drug compliance by subjects throughout the life of the protocol and document missed doses of medication. Monitor, manage and report irregularities of medical care of participants while admitted to the clinic or medical facility. Order and adjust trial medication as per protocol and within the guidelines of the Clinical Center policies. Review patient’s charts to collect relevant clinical data and analyze trends in patient responses collected through structured and semi structured interviews with patients and patients’ families. Perform intake and preliminary evaluation of potential subjects through e-Interviewing, review of medical records, completion of safety screening, consultation with treating professionals, and with medical staff. Communicate with patients’ home physicians and family care institutions for the release of medical records, imaging studies and pathology slides. Assists with Protocol related submissions to the IRB regarding reporting such as Adverse Events Reporting, protocol deviations, unanticipated problems, etc. Assesses and tracks illnesses of patients and supports overall diagnosis and clinical research. Participate in clinical conferences, and support in-depth documentation through written progress notes, summaries and clinical research forms. Provide medical evaluation and longitudinal follow-up of participants enrolled in clinical trials and plan, evaluate and modify treatment plans based on patient needs and protocol. Participate in patient rounds and protocol meetings and provide comprehensive patient management support. Participate in research group meetings and in the decision-making process regarding patient inclusion in the studies, diagnoses and patient and family management throughout. Develop written protocols for management of illnesses and injuries in conjunction with the consulting or referring physician and provide comprehensive care planning for patients. Diagnose and manage common acute or stable chronic health problems, injuries, and illnesses making assessments of acute and nonacute clinical problems and toxicities. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Master’s degree in Nursing. Must have pediatric NP experience. CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Certified by a NP Accrediting organization (ANCC, NCBPN/N). Requires eligibility for Maryland NP license. Eligible to be credentialed as a Nurse Practitioner at the NIH Clinical Center. Experience with Clinical Research is desirable and strong organizational skills. Electronic Medical Records. Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986. _Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation shareholders, descendants and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241. _ HP Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Pediatrics License/Certification: Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required) Ability to Commute: Bethesda, MD (Required) Ability to Relocate: Bethesda, MD: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person