Pediatric ARNP Genetics

Where kids and families are always first

At MultiCare Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital & Health Network caring for kids is more than what we do its our purpose. As the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washingtons South Sound we provide a comprehensive network of care designed specifically for children and adolescents.

Our vision is to be the safest highest-quality place for children to receive care where every child has a medical home and every family feels supported.

FTE: .8 Shift: Day Schedule: TBD

Position Summary

The Genetics Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) delivers specialized genomic metabolic and genetic services for pediatric and adult patients and families. This role encompasses diagnostic assessment genetic and metabolic testing coordination infusion therapy administration newborn screening follow-up gene variant interpretation and personalized management of inherited and metabolic conditions. Working closely with geneticists metabolic specialists genetic counselors dieticians and multidisciplinary teams the ARNP ensures evidence-based care plans and seamless integration of precision medicine into clinical practice. The ARNP also leads program development and quality initiatives to advance health Patient CareConduct comprehensive genetic and metabolic diagnostic assessments pedigree analysis and medical/family history reviewsProvide pre-test and post-test genetic counseling for inherited disorders including inborn errors of metabolism Coordinate and interpret genetic/genomic tests (panels exome genome) and metabolic assays (e.g. plasma amino acids acylcarnitine profile)Manage pharmacological nutritional and other therapeutic interventions including infusion therapies for genetic and metabolic diseases in both outpatient and inpatient settingsOversee newborn screening follow-up: review results order confirmatory testing initiate early interventions and counsel families on outcomesDocument genetic and metabolic encounters infusion orders and newborn screening plans accurately in the electronic health recordGenetic & Metabolic Program DevelopmentParticipate in developing and updating protocols for genetic and newborn screening workflows informed consent metabolic emergency plans and infusion therapyMonitor key metrics such as test turnaround time infusion complication rates dietary compliance and newborn screening referral completionLead quality improvement projects to optimize metabolic crisis interventions infusion therapy optimization and patient education materialsMultidisciplinary Team Care & LeadershipCollaborate in case conferences and team meetingsSupervise and mentor genetic counseling interns clinical trainees nursing staff and infusion teams on metabolic best practicesProfessional CitizenshipEmbody organizational values of compassion stewardship collaboration and respectAdhere to hospital departmental and regulatory standards (e.g. HIPAA CLIA CAP state newborn screening mandates)Engage in departmental meetings community outreach newborn screening advocacy and continuing professional developmentRequirementsMasters or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP) with a focus on genetics pediatrics or metabolic nursingCurrent unrestricted Washington State APRN license and Nurse Practitioner certificationNational genetics nursing certification (e.g. ANCC Genomics Nursing Certification) certification preferredCompetency in infusion therapy protocols infusion pump technology and aseptic technique preferreedFamiliarity with newborn screening programs confirmatory testing guidelines and early intervention services preferredBasic Life Support (BLS) required 2 years of clinical experience in genetics metabolic disease management or infusion therapy preferredProficiency with Epic preferredStrong analytical diagnostic reasoning and patient/family education skills

About Mary Bridge Childrens

For more than 70 years MultiCare Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital & Health Network has cared for children and families across the South Sound. Anchored by an 82-bed pediatric hospital in Tacoma Mary Bridge offers a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit a 24-hour pediatric-only Emergency Department and a state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center.

As a comprehensive pediatric health network Mary Bridge delivers expert family-centered care across inpatient outpatient and specialty services supported by multidisciplinary teams dedicated to the unique needs of every child and family we serve.

Why Mary Bridge Childrens

Built for children and families

Delivering care designed specifically for kids and the families who support them with a strong focus on family-centered care.

Award-winning care

Named a Top Childrens Hospital by The Leapfrog Group earning this national recognition six times in the past eight years with physicians consistently recognized on Top Doctors lists by Seattle Magazine Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune.

Growing for the future

A new pediatric hospital and medical office building designed to support the future of childrens care.

Well-being and support

Generous time off wellness resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect integrity kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients communities and each other.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary medical dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $164313.73 - $187843.14 USD. However pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants including but not limited to: skill set level of experience and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicants years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.