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El Paso, Texas

EL PASO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - EM - STAFF PA or NP

Nurse Practitioner Above average in Emergency Medicine (NP)Full-Time Physician-Supervised State

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Full-Time
Call expectations
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Weekends
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Job Description

DESCRIPTION

Did you know that TeamHealth was named among Newsweek "America's Greatest
Workplaces" in 2024 and 2025? Our teams provide the best-in-class care coupled
with the cultivation of a positive work environment, and a culture that is one
of kindness and collaboration which makes TeamHealth an outstanding place to
build a career in healthcare. 

TeamHealth has an excellent opportunity for a lead acute care or pediatric nurse
practitioner to join our team at El Paso Children's Hospital in El Paso, Texas.
This comprehensive emergency department offers a team that is trained to treat
the full spectrum of pediatric emergencies with access to board certified
pediatric specialists. Enjoy strong clinical and leadership support, and thrive
in a city offering low cost of living, no state income tax, and 300+ days of
sunshine!

About El Paso Children's Hospital ED

* Annual patient volume of 27,000
* 13-bed ED
* EMR: Cerner
* 24 hours of physician coverage (12-hour shifts)
* 12 to 24 hours of APC coverage

Position Requirements
* Board-certified acute care nurse practitioner (ACNP or AGACNP) through ANCC
or AACN, or board-certified pediatric primary care nurse practitioner (PPCNP)
through ANCC
* Prefer 2+ years in peds
* Ability to lead and mentor a team of APCs
* Current ACLS, and PALS certifications
* Texas medical license and DEA or ability to obtain prior to start date

Pay Structure
* Employee status (W2) status
* Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision + more

Join a team that values clinical excellence and patient-centered care. Apply
today to learn more!

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City Caption

El Paso, Texas

City Description

El Paso lies in far west Texas and is the 19th most populous city in the U. S.
with a population of almost 650,000. Standing on the Rio Grande, El Paso is
across the U. S./Mexico border from Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico, so the city is
loaded with history and historic places. The Franklin Mountains extend into El
Paso from the north and nearly divide the city into two sections: the west side
forming the beginnings of the Mesilla Valley and the east side expanding into
the desert and lower valley. At an elevation of 3,800 feet above sea level, with
the highest peak in the city being North Franklin Mountain at 7,192 feet above
sea level. El Paso is also home to the 24,000-acre Franklin Mountains State
Park, the largest urban park in the United States. El Paso is a thriving
metropolitan city and is home to the University of Texas at El Paso, Texas Tech
University Health Sciences Center, Fort Bliss, one of the largest military
complexes of the United States and neighbors Alamogordo, New Mexico, home to
Holloman Air Force Base.

Facility Caption

El Paso Children's Hospital

Facility Description

El Paso Children's Hospital is a 122-bed teaching hospital associated with Texas
Tech University. El Paso Children's Hospital has the full spectrum of pediatric
specialties including pediatric imaging, pediatric inpatient and outpatient
infusion, pediatric intensive care unit, pediatric operating rooms, pediatric
critical care transport team, and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit. El
Paso Children's Hospital has over 30 specialties and is always growing.

Job Benefits

  • Collegial practice environment with supportive system and medical director
  • Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
  • Over 300,000 CME hours available through TeamHealth Institute
  • Flexible scheduling supporting a work-life balance
  • Affordable cost of living and no state income tax
  • Family-friendly communities with excellent schools and amenities

Key Responsibilities

The lead acute care or pediatric nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive emergency care to pediatric patients at El Paso Children's Hospital. The role also involves leading and mentoring a team of advanced practice clinicians to ensure clinical excellence.

Requirements

Candidates must be board-certified as an acute care or pediatric primary care nurse practitioner with at least 2 years of pediatric experience. Current ACLS and PALS certifications and a Texas medical license are required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Pediatric emergency careClinical assessmentEmergency medicineTeam collaboration

Emergency Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Team Health ranks #7 of 13 employers hiring Nurse Practitioner on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 50% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Emergency Medicine (NP)

Living in El Paso

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$231k
Typical market rent
$1,519/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · El Paso, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Collegial practice environment with supportive system and medical director
Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
Over 300,000 CME hours available through TeamHealth Institute
Flexible scheduling supporting a work-life balance
Affordable cost of living and no state income tax
Family-friendly communities with excellent schools and amenities
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision