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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Company : Blythedale Children's Hospital
Location : Valhalla, NY, 10595
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Pay Range
USD $155,127.00 - USD $165,127.00 /Yr.About Us
Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 118-bed facility from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Our highly skilled staff enjoys the heartfelt rewards of making a difference in our patients' lives.
Overview
Blythedale Children's Hospital is seeking a pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our multidisciplinary team as a primary provider on our inpatient pediatrics unit. Patients are referred from acute care NICUs, PICUs, and pediatric inpatient wards, ages spanning from infancy to 21 years old. Average length of stay is 60 days. Conditions you will manage include but are not limited to respiratory failure (acute/non-invasive support as well as chronic/tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation), staged repair of congenital heart disease, traumatic and acquired neurologic conditions, disorders of growth and feeding, and orthopedic rehabilitation. You will play an integral role in both acute and chronic care, medication and device management and titration, as well as care coordination with pediatric subspecialists and discharge planning.
This is a full-time onsite position, reporting to the Medical Director.
Schedule: Four ten-hour shifts (8am-6pm), including six weekends and one holiday per year.
Responsibilities
- Manage the clinical care coordination of pediatric patients and educate families through the transition from hospital to home.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, pediatric hospitalists, nursing, medical, and therapy staff to deliver high-quality care.
- Assess patient conditions and health needs, including biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care and educational factors.
- Complete history/physicals, progress notes, physician orders, discharge plans and prescriptions and other documentation required for the care of the patients.
- Participate in parent and team conferences.
- Participate in Interdisciplinary Care Planning (IDCP).
- Ensures compliance with established objectives, clinical practice, state, federal and Join
- Commission regulations and quality medical services.
- Serve as a resource to multidisciplinary team and external stakeholders (e.g. parents, guardians and city/state contacts as appropriate).
- Cross-cover inpatient, outpatient and long-term care units within the hospital as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in a pediatric hospital setting, critical care or emergency medicine.
- Clinical experience in neonatal ICUs and pediatric patients with complex medical needs and chronic conditions.
- Experience with teaching, clinical research, performance improvement
- Working knowledge of Meditech (EMR)
Education, Licensure, and Certification
- Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited school.
- Current New York State Nurse Practitioner License with prescription writing privileges issued. by the New York State Department of Education.
- BLS certificate.
- PALs Certificate.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent walking, standing, sitting.
- Ability to lift-up-to 50lbs.
Perks of Working at Blythedale
- Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience.
- Scholarships: Support for furthering your education and career development.
- Professional Development Opportunities: Access to mentorship, leadership training, and career advancement programs and conferences.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Learn more about our benefits here.
- Retirement Plans with Employer Matching: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies.
- Safe Work Environment: Commitment to nursing safety and well-being.
- Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees.
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Frequently asked questions
At Blythedale Children's Hospital, a pediatric nurse practitioner collaborates closely with hospitalists, nursing staff, therapists, and specialists to provide holistic care. This teamwork ensures comprehensive treatment plans addressing complex pediatric conditions, enhancing patient outcomes in a specialized inpatient setting.
Pediatric nurse practitioners at Blythedale can advance through leadership roles, clinical research involvement, or education pathways. The hospital supports professional growth via mentorship, conferences, and scholarship programs, allowing practitioners to deepen expertise in pediatric acute and chronic care.
In Valhalla, pediatric nurse practitioners handle acute respiratory support, tracheostomy care, and staged congenital heart disease repairs. They coordinate medication management, monitor ventilated patients, and collaborate with subspecialists, ensuring tailored treatment for children with chronic medical needs.
Beyond a New York State nurse practitioner license with prescription privileges, certifications like PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) and BLS are essential. These credentials align with state regulations and hospital standards, ensuring readiness for critical pediatric emergencies.
The salary range for pediatric nurse practitioners at Blythedale spans approximately $155,000 to $165,000 annually. This compensation is competitive within Valhalla's healthcare market, reflecting specialized skills in pediatric critical care and the hospital’s commitment to attracting top talent.
Yes, Blythedale provides comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans with employer matching, and generous paid time off. Additionally, they emphasize career development through scholarships, mentorship programs, leadership training, and access to pediatric specialty conferences.
Transitioning patients involves coordinating complex care plans, educating families on device management and medication titration, and ensuring smooth communication among outpatient providers. Practitioners must adapt to diverse home environments while maintaining continuity of care for medically fragile children.
Valhalla, hosting Blythedale Children’s Hospital, experiences a higher demand for specialized pediatric nurse practitioners due to its regional referral role. This concentration of expertise attracts candidates but also raises competition for positions requiring advanced neonatal and pediatric critical care skills.
Blythedale equips nurse practitioners with collaborative care models involving neurologists, orthopedic therapists, and rehabilitation teams. This integrated approach facilitates tailored interventions for traumatic brain injuries, growth disorders, and rehabilitation, optimizing long-term pediatric patient recovery.
Given Valhalla’s suburban setting, commuting options may include personal vehicles or regional transit. Practitioners should consider weekend shift schedules and holiday coverage when planning travel, as Blythedale requires onsite presence with periodic weekend duties.