Developmental Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner

Manning Family Children’s | New Orleans, Louisiana

Manning Family Children’s is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our growing Developmental Pediatrics Program. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team caring for children with developmental, behavioral, learning, and neurodevelopmental conditions.

The Nurse Practitioner will collaborate closely with Developmental Pediatricians and other pediatric specialists to provide comprehensive outpatient care, support developmental evaluations, coordinate treatment plans, and assist families in navigating complex developmental and behavioral healthcare needs.

Position Highlights

• Join a growing, mission-driven Developmental Pediatrics program
• Outpatient-focused clinical practice
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunity to support children with developmental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental conditions
• Close collaboration with physicians, therapists, psychologists, educators, and community partners
• Opportunity to participate in program development and quality improvement initiatives
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package through LCMC Health

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) preferred
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) candidates with substantial pediatric experience will be considered
• Experience in pediatrics, developmental-behavioral health, child psychiatry, behavioral pediatrics, neurology, or related specialties preferred
• Louisiana licensure or eligibility for licensure
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and patient/family-centered care approach

Responsibilities

• Conduct new patient evaluations and follow-up visits
• Participate in developmental and behavioral assessments
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and care teams
• Provide education and support to patients and families
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, schools, therapists, and community resources
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation
• Participate in program development, quality improvement, and team-based initiatives

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and letter of interest to:

Andrea Jones
Physician Recruitment Office
Andrea.Jones@LCMCHealth.org

Learn more at www.manningchildrens.org