Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care), St. Nicholas- Grant-...

NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the country, providing coordinated world-class primary and specialty care with dignity and respect for all New Yorkers, without exception. At Gotham Health, we practice a person-centered caring culture that values delivering compassionate, quality healthcare in partnership with our patients, community organizations, and staff. Gotham Health is focused on high-quality, affordable care to everyone regardless of ability to pay or immigration status. Gotham Health serves the community through a two-pronged approach: providing treatment to those who need it while at the same time emphasizing prevention. We strive to deliver services in a way that maximizes each patient's opportunity to achieve successful health outcomes, we believe in every person's right to participate in their care plans, we facilitate partnerships with other community resources to meet the needs of our patients beyond healthcare, and we celebrate and recognize the compassionate care of our committed staff. Join our team if you want to be part of our Gotham Health Family, a person-centered, fully integrated, and innovative ambulatory care network that enables all New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives. Job Description PURPOSE OF POSITION Under the direction of the Developmental Evaluation Specialist, Chief of Service and/ or Medical Director will provide return visit evaluations and developing evidence-based plans of school and community-based services to best serve each child and family as they transition back to their primary care medical homes. Will do New evaluations under direct supervision. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Applies basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for practice setting. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation. Formulates a plan of care that considers individual patient needs by assessing children and adolescents with a wide range of developmental-behavioral disorders including autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, learning disorders, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, as well as children with high risk factors for developmental-behavioral disorders, such as Down syndrome. Seeks guidance and asks questions to continuously improve professional practice. Builds relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workplace and seeks assistance. Identifies patient and family needs for education. Provides basic education to support the episode of care. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of research, how it affects practice and who/what resources are available to assist with evidence-based practice by asking questions and demonstrating interest. Clinical practice demonstrates knowledge of how quality and innovation impact patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical quality outcomes. Identifies opportunities for improvement in the clinical area. Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care. Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives. Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to effectively interact with patients, family, physicians, and hospital staff in fulfilling duties and responsibilities of position. Critical thinking, willingness to learn, motivation to grow, and empathy. Minimum Qualifications 1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED); and 2. Current certificate as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the NYSED; and 3. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA). Department Preferences QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB: CERTIFICATION(S)/LICENSE(S): BLS/ACLS certification NYS Licensed Nurse Practitioner (FNP or PNP) EDUCATIONAL LEVEL: See above KNOWLEDGEABLE IN : Developmental pediatrics Bilingual Spanish or French Creole is a plus EQUIPMENT/MACHINES OPERATED: .Computer desktop COMPUTER PROGRAMS/SOFTWARE OPERATED MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint EPIC proficient Preferred YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Must have a minimum of 2 years work experience If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities Multiple employee discounts programs Vacancy Control Board Number VCB #: REN-

Created: 2024-10-19