POSITION SUMMARY

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.

BENEFITS

• Free Medical, Dental & Vision
• 13 Paid Holidays PTO
• 403 (B) retirement match
• Life Insurance, EAP

QUALIFICATIONS/LICESNSURE

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 SJCH

Licensure/Certification:

• 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.

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.