Advance Practice Nurse (Pediatrics, Adult, Women and ...

Title: Advance Practice Nurse (Pediatrics, Adult, Women and Family)Starting Salary: $126,891.45 (35 hours per week)Location: Department of Health and Community WellnessDivision of Medical Care ServicesFQHC394 University AvenueOpening Date: February 14, 2023"Submit Resume And Cover Letter ToDr. Hortensia Kelly, Medical Director Williams, Personnel Officer Edwards, Administrative Analyst "RequirementsPOSITION DESCRIPTIONPNP is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who specializes in caring for newborns, infants, toddlers, adolescents and young adults. PNPs focus on well-child care and the prevention or management of common pediatric acute illnesses and chronic conditionsThe role of the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is to provide care to children from birth through young adult with an in-depth knowledge and experience in pediatric primary health care including well child care and preventionmanagement of common pediatric acute illnesses and chronic conditions.Pediatric Nurses use specialized nursing skills for their young patients. Here are some of their duties and responsibilities:Willing to preceptCheck in child patients, evaluating their symptoms and checking their vital signsComplete diagnostic testsAdminister medications or minor proceduresCreate a treatment plan or coordinate follow-up medical careEducate family members on treatment optionsDiagnose patients with illnesses or injuriesConduct regular physicals and check-upsPrescribe appropriate treatmentsOrder tests and vaccinations"Requirements and EducationMaster's degree in pediatric nursingRN license in New JerseySeveral years of nursing experienceExperience working with children (preferred)Strong interpersonal, communication, and critical thinking skills""

Created: 2024-11-13