What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner position at David Raines Community Health Center?
David Raines Community Health Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our team!
The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner works under the supervision of the Pediatrician Director and in close coordination with other clinical personnel. The PNP will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to children in the Shreveport/Bossier. This position is responsible for comprehensive patient care for children, encompassing well-child exams, illness diagnosis, and treatment, and health promotion. The PNP will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and provide education to families about health maintenance and disease prevention. The goal is to promote the health and well-being of children, fostering a supportive environment for their growth and development.
Work Experience Requirements:
- Provides direct pediatric care to clinic patients, including examination, diagnosis and treatment according to established policy and protocol.
- Conduct thorough physical examinations and health assessments of pediatric patients.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses in children, including prescribing medications as necessary.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare team members.
- Educate patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and management of health conditions.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization in Pediatric Nursing.
- Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Louisiana.
- Certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP) or equivalent.
- Experience working in a pediatric healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
WHAT WE OFFER? We offer 11 paid holidays each year, paid time off and extended leave days, discounted services, loan repayment options, and continuing education days to name a few. Eligibility for all benefits is based on position and job classification.
WHO WE ARE? DRCHC exist to provide quality, accessible, affordable and comprehensive health services to all. We have six center locations and twelve school based facilities in five cities throughout Northwest Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC has licensed patient pharmacy and state approved Medicaid application center. We even offer transportation for medical and dental appointments. Our staff as a team to ensure the mission, vision, and purpose of DRCHC is achieved daily.
All applications/resumes are accepted online via www.davidraineschc.org or any of the external posting site as Glassdoor or Indeed.