The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner provides medical consultation, diagnosis and treatment to patients under the supervision of Chief Medical Officer/Medical Director.
Responsibilities
Examines pediatric and adolescent patients, takes medical history, records results, and makes preliminary diagnosis or decides on follow-up procedures
Administers or orders diagnostic tests, blood work, and interprets test results
Performs therapeutic procedures such as immunizations, injections, and managing infection
Exercises professional judgment regarding consultation with medical director concerning appropriate treatment
Develops and implements patient care plans, instructs and counsels patients and records progress
Prescribes medications to the extent allowable by state guidelines and clinic regulations
Provides health education regarding health maintenance in such areas as chronic disease, reproductive health, etc.
Prescreens cases requiring review by the CMO or Medical Director
Participates in staff meetings, planning meetings and other meetings as needed;
Participates in the program's ongoing quality assurance monitoring
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Current California Nurse Practitioner and DEA license
3+ years related clinical experience
Current BLS certification
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel and EMR software
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with men, women and children
Desire to work with culturally diverse populations and varied socio-economic levels
Able to use sound judgment, calm disposition and the ability to work easily with people