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PCICU Pediatric(NP)

Nashville, TN · On-site

$121K - $185K/yr

& Requirements PCICU Pediatric APP(NP) StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $121000.00 - $185000.00 Join a ... Why Vanderbilt? * Practice at Tennessee's No. 1 children's hospital, which shares the No. 1 spot in ...

PCICU Pediatric(NP)

Nashville, TN · On-site

$121K - $185K/yr

& Requirements NICU Pediatric APP(NP) StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $121000.00 - $185000.00 Join a ... Why Vanderbilt? * Practice at Tennessee's No. 1 children's hospital, which shares the No. 1 spot in ...

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How much do vanderbilt nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for vanderbilt nurse practitioner in the United States is $130,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Vanderbilt nurse practitioner?

A Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who has completed graduate-level education and clinical training at Vanderbilt University or works within the Vanderbilt University Medical Center system. These professionals provide primary, acute, or specialty care to patients, often working independently or alongside physicians. They are licensed to diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, and develop treatment plans. Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioners are known for their evidence-based, patient-centered approach and play a critical role in improving healthcare outcomes.

What does collaboration look like for a Vanderbilt nurse practitioner within multidisciplinary teams?

As a Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioner, you'll work closely with physicians, nurses, specialists, and ancillary staff to provide comprehensive patient care. Collaboration often includes participating in daily rounds, case discussions, and care planning meetings to ensure all aspects of a patient's health are addressed. You'll be expected to communicate effectively with various team members, advocate for patient needs, and contribute your expertise in diagnosis and treatment. This environment fosters continuous learning and professional growth as you work alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive academic medical center.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Vanderbilt nurse practitioner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioner, you need advanced clinical knowledge, assessment skills, and a master's or doctoral degree in nursing, along with national board certification and state licensure as an NP. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and current diagnostic and treatment technologies is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, patient-centered communication, and the ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams set successful practitioners apart. These competencies ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care that meets Vanderbilt’s standards and supports patient well-being in a complex healthcare environment.

What is the difference between Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioner vs Vanderbilt Physician Assistant?

AspectVanderbilt Nurse PractitionerVanderbilt Physician Assistant
Required CredentialsMaster's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner certificationMaster's degree in Physician Assistant Studies, NCCPA certification
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, primary and specialty care settingsHospitals, clinics, surgical and medical teams
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, hospitals, outpatient clinicsHospitals, outpatient clinics, specialty practices

Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioners and Vanderbilt Physician Assistants both provide advanced clinical care in similar healthcare settings. While NPs have a nursing background and focus on patient-centered care, PAs are trained as generalists and work closely with physicians. Both roles require advanced degrees and certifications, making them integral to Vanderbilt's healthcare team.

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Infographic showing various Vanderbilt Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,295 per year, or $62.6 per hour.

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Multiple Positions)

Nashville, TN

Vanderbilt Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


Vanderbilt University Medical Center rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 260 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community ofindividuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniquenessis sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization:

Ob-Gyn

Job Summary:

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking a talented staff women's health nurse practitioner (WHNP) to join the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology on the General OB/Gyn team in Nashville, Tennessee and surrounding region.

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Multiple Positions:

  • General OBGYN Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Nashville

  • Gynecologic Oncology Nurse Practitioner, Nashville

  • Metro Nashville Community-based locations

  • Float/full time fill-in positions

  • Clarksville, TN- 2 positions available

  • Pleasant View, TN- 2 positions available

Position Highlights:

  • Vanderbilt's OB/Gyn Department is comprised of a multi-disciplinary team of over 150 general and specialist physicians, NPs, and CNMs in six specialty divisions dedicated to excellence in clinical and population women's health care and training the next generation of women's health care providers.

  • Our growing department provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art clinical care for a diverse patient population at two major inpatient centers, 10 ambulatory sites, a birthing center, and five outreach practices.

  • Staff appointment with the opportunity to teach fellows, residents, and other learners. Participate in clinical or translational research and/or QI projects during protected academic time.

  • Enjoy an academically rich and collaborative community where you will have strong leadership support to innovate and develop your career as an educator and leader within the organization and beyond.

  • Vanderbilt offers an open and inclusive culture that supports development, learning, diversity, and team-focused care.

Qualifications:

Masters-prepared WHNP with a solid commitment to the Vanderbilt values of innovation, collaboration, and quality.

Benefits:

  • Relocation allowance

  • Professional Development allowance and CME time

  • Immediate access to PTO

  • Lucrative retirement match

  • No state income tax in TN

  • High-quality, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • As a non-profit organization, our employees are eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs

  • Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

  • And much more!

Locations:

  • Nashville/Davidson Co

  • Cool Springs

  • Mt. Juliet

  • Tullahoma

Vanderbilt Health is one of the most prominent academic medical centers in the Southeast, with 7 hospitals, 180+ outpatient clinics, over 100 residency and fellowship programs, and NIH funding over $500M in 2023. In order to address the pressing needs of women in today's world, our department is dedicated to excellence in clinical and population women's health care, to training the next generation of women's health care providers, and to answering important clinical and biologic questions in women's health. The VUMC OB/Gyn training programs remain among the most highly regarded and sought-after training opportunities in the US.

Nashville is rich in cultural, sporting, recreational, and historical attractions, and is known as Music City, USA. One of the fastest growing areas in the US, Nashville boasts a lower-than-average cost of living, no state income tax, and higher than average per capita income, as well as a diverse population and over 20 colleges and universities. With an international airport, vibrant arts and music scene, real estate either downtown or in the countryside, and abundant outdoor activities, central Tennessee is a great environment to live and work.

To learn more about available positions and the benefits of being an employed NP at Vanderbilt Health, please forward your CV and contact information to Tonya Kennedy, at tonya.kennedy@vumc.org.


Vanderbilt Health is committed tofostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.

Our Nursing Philosophy:

We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center's mission of quality in patient care, education and research. We believe nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families and communities reach excellent health and well-being.

As a Vanderbilt University Medical Center employee, you make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion and care to those in need of hope and healing. Please see our current employee benefits offered:

  • Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
  • Dental and /or vision plan
  • 403 (b) retirement plan
  • Paid Time off (flex PTO)
  • Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied)
  • Short-Long term disability
  • Subsidized backup childcare
  • And many more...Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program!

Achieve the Remarkable:

Learn more about VUMC Nursing here.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

LIC-Licensed Nurse Practitioner - Tennessee

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

Less than 1 year

Education:

Master's

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which mayinclude health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed tofosteringan environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.


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