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How many hours does a pediatric nurse practitioner work a week in a primary care setting which is a doctor's office?
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Depends if you are hired full time or part time. If it is full time, it is most likely whenever the office is open. If it is part time it could be anywhere from 1-4 days a week depending on the Pediatritian(s) you work for.
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