Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Under the supervision of a Physician, the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive medical services for members of family, regardless of age or sex within scope of training. Services include: Preventative care, immunizations, primary care and treatment, health education, prescribing medications, ordering and interpreting lab testing, physical examinations, STD screenings, vision/hearing, family planning, and nutrition. Incumbents work some evenings and Saturdays as scheduled. Note: If hired as a floater, the incumbent may travel between all Company sites to provide care.

Benefits:

• Free Medical, Dental & Vision
• 13 Paid Holidays + PTO
• 403 (B) retirement match
• Life Insurance, EAP
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continued workforce development & training
• Succession plans & growth within

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• NP Degree Experience: (Required)
• Within scope of training
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Proficient Microsoft Office and Excel (familiarity with medical terminology).
• EHR- Electronic Health Record (Preferred)
• PMS- Practice Management System(Preferred)
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise
• Ability to convey a warm, caring attitude for patients while representing the
  best interest of SJWCFC

Licensure/Certification:

As appropriate

• CA Medical License, DEA Certificate
• BLS and PALS certified
• Board certified or Board eligible within one year of residency training
• Current CPR Card
• Employees are responsible for maintaining individual certifications as required by job function or by law and provide Verification and recertification when requested
  by management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs a combination, but not necessarily all, of the following duties with a focus on infant and child patients:
• Communicate with pediatric patients, parents, and guardians regarding the health of infant/child patient;
• Obtain pediatric patients' medical histories and performs physical examinations; documents all findings/information;
• Order or execute various tests, analyses and diagnostic images/procedures to provide information on patient's condition;
• Perform therapeutic procedures as allowed within scope of practice including but not limited to immunizations, ear lavage, wound care, and injections;
• Meet established productivity goals;
• Chart all patient transactions in accordance with policies and procedures. Write orders and record progress notes which will be reviewed and countersigned by supervising physician;
• Communicate and work with medical staff to ensure coordinated efforts for the provision of high quality medical treatment and patient service;
• Assist management in identifying, analyzing, and resolving work problems;
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing clinical methods and procedures and suggest improvements;
• Perform daily rounds/huddles as required and document patient care orders;
• Prepare timely, legible, and complete documentation of all patient care as provided by law, regulation, and established policy;
• Participate in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices;
• Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives determined to be required by Company;
• Apply safety principles as identified by established policy;
• Make oneself available to travel to other sites within Organization to cover another pediatric provider's absence, often with very little advance notice;
• Ensure compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensure compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations;
• Exhibit a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals;
• Adjust to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality;
• Collect, interpret, and/or analyze diagnostic data;
• Refer patients to pediatric specialist for consultant services when necessary for patient's well-being;
• Document the patient's visit including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses and plan of action;
• Follow up with parent/guardian or patient as appropriate regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases;
• Conduct physical examinations to provide information needed for admission to school, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage;
• Administer Family Planning services in compliance with Title X Rules and Regulations/Protocols to adolescents in keeping with scope of practice;
• Review and audit health charts of pediatric patients who receive Family Planning services;
• Attends annual Family Planning seminars, if instructed by the CMO;
• Commitment to mission of St. John's with clinic involvement and engaging in healthcare community events;
• Attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events as needed; and
• As an exempt position, evening and/or weekend hours may be required to ensure the fulfillment of all duties and responsibilities; and
• Other duties may be assigned or may be modified as business needs dictate.