Description
A vital part of supporting Airmen is ensuring proper care for their entire family. Pediatric Nurse Practitioners provide high-quality, compassionate care to the infants, children and adolescents of our Airmen. Working both independently and alongside other healthcare team members, their dedication and expertise not only help keep the youngest members of the Air Force family healthy, but allows our Airmen peace of mind as they focus on their mission. Also includes: Family Nurse Practitioner. Also includes: Women's Healthcare Nurse Practitioner.
Core Skills
- pediatric patient assessment
- family-centered care planning
- clinical decision-making
- electronic health record (EHR) documentation
- care coordination and referrals
- health promotion and disease prevention
- patient and family education
- interdisciplinary team collaboration
- triage and prioritization
- telehealth service delivery
- quality and safety in clinical practice
- confidentiality and data privacy compliance
Common Certifications
- State Nurse Practitioner License
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certification (PNP-PC or PNP-AC)
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP-BC or FNP-C)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- HIPAA Compliance Training
Civilian Career Paths
- NURSING
- EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- PUBLIC HEALTH
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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