Master's degree from an accredited college or university
NJ Nurse Practitioner license, CDS, DEA, and CPR
Experience in a Family Practice setting, preferably with community health exposure
Strong verbal and written communication skills; bilingual (Spanish) preferred
Comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive physical assessments through patient interviews
Identify and assess patients' health problems based on medical history and findings
Develop and implement health care plans tailored to patient needs
Monitor and manage patients' responses to treatment plans
Order necessary lab tests and refer patients to specialists when required
Coordinate patient care and discharge plans while ensuring follow-up
Prescribe medications according to relevant guidelines and protocols
Benefits
Flexible scheduling with part-time and full-time options
Healthy work/life balance
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Tuition Assistance Program available
Reimbursement for professional development
403(b) Retirement Plan with company contribution
Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Life Insurance offered
Full Job Description
Job Description Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics
Summary: The Nurse Practitioner provides the patient with comprehensive care in a competent manner, to diagnose and treat illnesses and disorders consistent with medical protocols established with the collaborating physician.
Hours: We offer flexible schedules with both part time and full time opportunities. General daytime hours Monday - Friday with rotating Saturdays and at least one late night per week.
Position Responsibilities/Duties:
Perform physical assessment by interviewing, recording and interpreting medical and social history of the patient
Develop an accurate identification of patient's health problems based upon correct interpretation of findings, record findings, lab and/or diagnostic results and existing medical records
Develop, implement and coordinate all aspects of a comprehensive health care plans for patients.
Manage the plan of care by monitoring the client's response to the therapeutic regimen, recording patient's progress, and counseling if needed
Order lab tests or diagnostic procedures; initiate referrals to other health care providers and/or consulting physicians as needed
Coordinate all aspects of patient care, discharge and follow-up plans
Facilitate interaction and cooperation among health care staff involved in the planning and provision of health care
Prescribe medication according to State, Federal, and organization guidelines
Maintain current technical knowledge and seek educational and professional opportunities to enhance clinical practice and competency
Review patient's records, along with physician, to ensure a complete assessment of needs
Experience and Skills
Master's degree from an accredited college or university
NJ Nurse Practitioner license, CDS,DEA, and CPR
Experience working in Family Practice environment, community health experience preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Bi-Lingual (Spanish) preferred
Job Benefits Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. provides a rewarding and challenging work environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and a very competitive benefits package which includes: a healthy work/life balance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, competitive wages, Tuition Assistance Program, reimbursement for professional development, 403(b) Retirement Plan with company contribution, Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Life Insurance.
