Nurse Practitioner

Non-Profit Health Center is searching for a full time Nurse Practitioner. Under the direction of a physician the NP is responsible for planning, evaluating and delivering the health care of patients on assigned service. Emphases preventative health measures and education of patients. The NP will perform other duties as assigned and in compliance with systems and job specific standards.

Salary Range: $130,000 - $135,000 / yearly

Requirements:

• Master’s Degree
• Four years of business office experience in, preferably in a large medical practice with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Valid license as a Nurse Practitioner in New York State
• Minimum Work Related Experience: 5 to 8 years.
• Preferred Work Experience: 8 plus Years

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Takes histories, performs physical examinations, gives immunizations (as necessary) and does patient education and counseling.
• Orders appropriate lab work, draws blood for lab work if needed, and performs some lab tests such as wet prep microscopic exams.
• Prescribes treatment for minor illnesses, and consults with physician regarding medication, chronic illness and referrals when appropriate.
• Maintains legible and appropriate documentation and reviews records periodically. Does follow-up of abnormal pap smears and reportable STD’s
• Attends case conferences involving patients.
• Attends continuing education programs to increase skills and knowledge.
• Attends provider meetings and participates in quality improvement programs and team assignments.
• Identifies and categorizes each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those infants, adolescent, or geriatric patients.
• Follows OSHA standards of infection control under CDC guidelines endorsed by department, organization, and overseen by Infection Control Officer.
• Provides safe and successful performance, including meeting productivity, quality and patient satisfaction standards.

Specialized Skills & Knowledge:

• Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written)
• Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to do and are necessary for practicing in health care centers.
• Competence in delivery of health care to patients (including preventative health education)
• Ability to collaborate with other members of the Health Center in order to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.