What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner (Weekends Only) position at Charles B. Wang Community Health Center?
Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner (Weekends Only)
Reports to: Chief of Pediatrics, Queens
136-26 37th Avenue
Queens, New York, 11354
United States
The Charles B. Wang Community Health Center, an award-winning federally qualified community health center, is seeking Pediatrics Nurse Practitioners for weekend-only part-time coverage. We are looking for team-oriented individuals interested in delivering high quality primary care in a community health setting. Our collegial outpatient-only practice offers strong ancillary support, including nursing support, referral coordinators, health educators, on-site mental health services, and social workers.
Responsibilities
- Involve with direct patient physical assessment, education, and health planning
- Maintain continuity of care by regular patient follow-up
- Assist in the coordination of services with other disciplines and patient's insurance plans
- Advocate for patient in arrangement of medically necessary services
- Communicate with community's resources to ascertain adequate assistance for patients in need
- Refer patients to specialty services when necessary
- Consult with collaborating physician and other members of the health care team to establish plan of care
- Participate in quality assurance process to assure optimal care delivery
- Provide comprehensive case management services that include emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention
- Monitor patient outcome in accordance to the practice protocols
- Collaborate with staff nurses and nursing administrators with assessment and clinical decision in patient care planning
- Act as a resource person for the nursing staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduated from approved Nurse Practitioner Program
- Licensed as Nurse Practitioner in New York State
- Basic CPR (BCLS) certification required
- At least 3 years of clinical experience as a Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Certification preferred
- Bilingual in English/Mandarin-Chinese or English/Spanish required
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $65 - $75 per hour
- Employer-paid malpractice coverage through FTCA
- 403(b) retirement savings plan
- NYS Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Discount Programs
- The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Salary : $65 - $75