Advanced nursing practice is defined as the performance of advanced level nursing practice activities that, by virtue of post basic specialized education and experience, are appropriate to and may be performed by an APRN. (Conn. Gen. Stat. 20-87a (b)). For the first 3 years after having been issued a license and no less than 2,000 hours of practice, NPs must perform acts of diagnosis and treatment of alterations in health status in collaboration with a physician. The collaboration must address a reasonable and appropriate level of consultation and referral, coverage for the patient in the absence of the APRN, a method to review patient outcomes and a method of disclosure of the relationship to the patient. The collaborative agreement must be in writing and include the level of schedule II and III drugs that the NP may prescribe and a method to review patient outcomes. (Conn. Gen. Stat. § 20-87a
Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Pediatric or Family Nurse Practitioner provides clinical care within scope of Nurse Practitioner license.
Essential Job Functions:
Assesses patient illness by obtaining complete medical history ensuring that findings are properly recorded in the patient’s medical record. Performs physical examinations, orders immunizations, orders laboratory tests/diagnostic imaging as needed and interprets results.
Diagnoses common childhood illnesses or health needs based on interpretation and evaluation of clinical data and physical assessments.
Works with other staff to plan, develop and evaluate patient care plan and advocates for and supports community health programs and policies.
Provide direct patient care as a member of the clinical team working with
Nurses, Providers, Behavioral Health Clinicians, Medical Assistants, Case Managers and Patient Access Representatives toward achieving the goals for the patient’s plan of care.
Concentration with pediatric/adolescent population as appropriate to skills and Board certifications.
Participates in rotation to provide services to the community and participate in health fairs as needed.
Provide patient care and treatment in collaboration with a physician in accordance with established state laws and organizational job description.
Refers patients for diagnostic tests and specialist services as appropriate.
Participates in Professional Practice, Quality Improvement, Staff, and other meetings as assigned.
Maintains and enhances professional development and knowledge of theory and practice by attending conferences, educational programs and seminars.
 Facilitate educational programs for pediatric or adolescent population.
May work in clinic setting based on operational needs.
Other duties as requested.
Performance Goals:
Ability to problem solve and use good judgment on a case-by-case basis.
Ability to effectively track client data, specialty appointments and diagnostic tests.
Ability to effectively assess patient status.
Aware of resources, referral options and services outside of the CHWC
Additional General Requirements: Professional positive attitude, understanding of customer service principles, trustworthiness and excellent interpersonal skills.
Job Qualifications/Requirements: Current APRN license. CPR certification. Mandatory Education, Case Review, and Departmental Meetings as outlined by the Medical Director. 
Education:
Position requires a master’s degree from an accredited program in nursing and a successful completion of an accredited certified nurse practitioner program.
Experience: This position requires experience as a nurse practitioner with pediatric primary care experience.
Language Skills: Must speak, write, and read English proficiently. Spanish preferred but not required.
Licensure/Certification Required: A current license from the Connecticut Department of Health, Professional Board Certification, CT Controlled Substance Abuse and DEA License and certification in CPR.
Teleworking: This position requires teleworking if requested.
Standard Requirements:
Supports an ethical standard, which complies with a code of conduct free of conflicts of interest.
Supports the Mission and Values of Community Health & Wellness Center.
Supports, cooperates with, and/or implements specific procedures and programs for:
Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
Cooperates and works together with all co-workers.
Plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.
Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
Follow up as appropriate with supervisor and co-workers regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
Promotes positive public relations with co-workers, patients, family members and guests.
Physical Effort/Environment:
Physical Demands- (More than 4 hours per day)-Requires walking, bending, sitting, standing, writing, reading, telephone use, data input into computer, and high level of audio and visual acuity. Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds. 
Manual Dexterity Required-Ability to use a keyboard, computer, and telephone and other duties that require fine motor skills.
Virtual Environment-Proficient in utilizing virtual meeting platforms (Teams, Zoom, etc.) for CHWC-related meetings, training, etc.
General Competencies-All Staff
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies and skill sets:
Skill Set; Communications
Oral Communication – The ability to express oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others. Speaks clearly and can be easily understood; requires good listening skills. Organizes ideas clearly in oral speech. Expresses ideas concisely in oral speech. Summarizes or paraphrases his/her understanding of what others have said to verify understanding and prevent miscommunication. Has a pleasant and respectful attitude when: communicating with coworkers, patients and internal/external clients.
Written Communication – The ability to express oneself clearly in business writing. Expresses ideas clearly and concisely in writing. Organizes written ideas clearly and signals the organization to the reader (e.g. through an introductory paragraph or through the use of headings). Writes using concrete, specific language. Spells correctly. Writes grammatically. Uses punctuation correctly.
Interpersonal Awareness – The ability to notice, interpret, and anticipate others’ concerns and feelings, and to communicate this awareness empathetically to others. Understands the interests and important concerns of others. Notices and accurately interprets what others are feeling, based on their choice of words, tone of voice, expressions, and other non-verbal behavior. Understands the unspoken meaning in a situation. Says or does things to address others’ concerns.
Customer Orientation – The ability to demonstrate concern for satisfying one’s external and/or internal customers. Quickly and effectively solves customer problems. Talks to customers to find out what they want and how satisfied they are with what they are getting. Lets customers know he/she is willing to work with them to meet their needs. Helpful, positive manner with peers, subordinates and customers.
Skill Set; Achieve Results
Technical Expertise – The ability to demonstrate depth of knowledge and skill in key work process areas. Is sought out as an expert to provide advice or solutions in his/her area. Is knowledgeable in the tools used to support key work processes. Can train and coach key work processes to staff in their area. Is aware and follows agency policy and procedures consistently.
Initiative – Identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it. Seeks out others involved in a situation to learn their perspective. Takes independent action to change the direction of events.
Results Orientation – The ability to focus on the desired results of one’s own work, setting challenging goals, focusing efforts on the goals, and meeting or exceeding them. Maintains commitment to goals in the face of obstacles and frustrations. Finds or creates ways to measure performance against goals. Has a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and completing assigned work.
Thoroughness – Ensuring that one’s own work and information are complete and accurate. Sets up procedures to ensure high quality of work (e.g. review meetings). Verifies information. Checks the accuracy of own work. Develops and uses systems to organize and keep track of information or work in progress. Carefully prepares for meetings and presentations.
Skill Set; Self-Management
Stress Management – The ability to continue to function effectively when under pressure and maintain self-control in the face of hostility or provocation. Remains calm under stress. Can effectively handle several problems or tasks simultaneously. Controls his/her response when criticized, attacked, or provoked. Maintains an appropriate sense of humor under difficult circumstances.
Personal Credibility – Demonstrated concern that one be perceived as responsible, reliable, and trustworthy. Does what he/she commits to doing. Is honest and forthright with people. Takes responsibility for own mistakes; does not blame others. Conveys a command of the relevant facts and information. Accepts direction and delegated tasks and is receptive to constructive criticism. 
Receipt and Acknowledgement
I acknowledge and understand that:
Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment.
The job description provides a general summary of the position in which I am employed, that the contents of this job description are job requirements and, at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.
Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed at any time.