Job Description

Nurse Practitioner

Job Details

Level

Experienced

Job Location

Main Campus - Syracuse, NY

Secondary Job Location(s)

Undisclosed

Remote Type

N/A

Position Type

Part Time

Education Level

Undisclosed

Salary Range

$60.00 - $62.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

None

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Undisclosed

Description

This position part time, 12-14hrs a week, with early evening hours. The Nurse Practitioner works closely with the Medical Director to best provide medical services to the children of Elmcrest Children's Center. The Nurse Practitioner has oversight of the nursing staff. The Nurse Practitioner must work effectively with other departments to most effectively deliver health and medical services.

Responsibilities:

• Provide primary and acute health care for children at Elmcrest Children's Center, at the discretion and supervision of the Medical Director.

• Arrange for sub-specialty consultation and interventions at the discretion and under the supervision of the Medical Director.

• Review sub-specialty consultations and medical recommendations for children, with the goal of providing optimum wellness and continuity of care.

• Conduct initial and annual physical examinations of children.

• Assist with revision of medical clinic policies and practices to promote the safe and effective delivery of health care services to the children of Elmcrest Children's Center if needed.

• Maintain a current and on-going knowledge of pediatric health issues and practices through medical literature, in-services, workshops, etc.

• Participate in monthly administrative group meetings if needed.

• Participate in clinical team meetings, as needed, to effect treatment planning on children that require the expertise of a medical professional.

• Provide training for medical staff as needed.

• Develop and maintain collaborative and resourceful internal and external communications.

• Other duties assigned by Director of Clinical Services & Community Programs or Medical Director.

• Other Duties as Assigned: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Elmcrest’s Core Values & Competencies :

• Honesty : Act with integrity and behave in a manner consistent with our policies, Code of Conduct and any regulatory and ethical guidelines. Utilize practices and techniques professionals train to interact with children, families and co-workers appropriately.

• Willingness to Learn: Open to new experiences and learning new skills and information that can improve professional development, progressive work environments and support the mission of Elmcrest.

• Dedication to Purpose : Display the necessary passion and empathetic abilities to serve the Elmcrest mission. Committed to improve the lives of children and families.

• Social Concern : Value human dignity and have respect for others. Actively seek out diverse approaches and points of view.

• Self-Examination : Systemically observe, analyze and utilize self-reflection to improve actions or results. Listen to constructive feedback and concerns and maintain positive relationships in the workplace.

• Competencies :

• Communicates problems involving personnel, medical staff, patients, to the appropriate management personnel

• Must have proven ability to maintain professional conduct and confidentiality in the care of patients

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Required Education and Experience :

• Nurse Practitioner (New York State license/registration)

• Prescriptive Privileges, Including DEA Status (controlled substances)

• High School Diploma or GED, College and experience preferred.

• Additional Eligibility Qualifications :

• Experience with EHRs and other database, ordering and tracking systems.

• CPR/PALS Certified

• NYS Drives license

• HIV Educator Status

• Basic Computer Skills

Essential Job Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 25 + pounds without assistance.

• Ability to sit, squat, crouch and stand for elongated periods of time

• Ability to lift arms over head in upward reaching motion.

• Ability to walk up and downstairs up to several times per day.

• Varying levels of travel as determined by departmental needs may be required with this position.

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