What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Betances Health Center?
JOB DESCRIPTION
Functional Title: NURSE PRACTITIONER
Under the direction of the Medical Director, under the supervision of the Medical Director and/or designated Physician, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for:
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide direct patient care to Betances patients
- Adhere to documentation and quality standards set by New York State and any other standards implemented by the Medical Director;
- Maintain an ongoing relationship with back-up hospital and its professionals;
- Timely completion of charts, patient care electronic medical record (EMR) including coding and patient forms;
- Order and interpret laboratory tests and x-rays, and make diagnoses and treatment plan;
- Collaborate and receive or provide supervision with other physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician and Medical Assistants and students as assigned by the Medical Director;
- Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services, as delegated by physician;
- Maintain active license and credentials;
- Foster an environment that promotes trust and cooperation among patients and staff; maintain strict confidentiality concerning all patients and employee information;
- Enforce clinic policies and procedures to ensure that the principles of Betances are implemented;
- Participate in outreach activities, agency advocacy, and serve on ad hoc committees, as requested by Medical Director or designee;
- Perform other duties as assigned by Medical Director or designee.
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Must be a NYS licensed Nurse Practitioner in good standing with all regulatory agencies;
- 2-5 years experience in an ambulatory care setting with diverse population;
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in a professional manner;
- Bilingual Spanish preferred;
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written skills;
- Knowledge of or ability to learn EMR;
Demonstrated ability to motivate, supervise, train and work respectfully as a collaborative member of a team.
