Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for delivery of quality medical care to patients of the Clinic and functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team within the scope of his or her NP practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides medical services, but only as delegated by a supervising physician.
   1. Maintains medical expertise and competency (to include age specific competency) as well as demonstrates thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality primary medical care.
   2. Provides medical sessions, as scheduled, in direct patient care at clinic site.
   3. Provides services equaling to at least forty (40) hours per week in clinic or as individual employment agreement dictates.
   4. Examines, diagnoses, treats and/or refers patients assigned to NP. Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
   5. Refers clients for appropriate specialty care services, lab and x-ray and any other ancillary services that are appropriate for patient’s management and care. Reviews all lab and x-ray reports for patients under his/her care on a timely basis and makes medical management decisions appropriately.  Follows appropriate standards of care for each patient.
   6. Provides after-hours telephone call coverage on a rotating basis.
   7. Maintains a problem oriented health record for each patient seen in accordance with the Clinic’s established Information Management policies and procedures.  
   8. Leads the health care team in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing patient and family needs to develop a plan of care.
   9. Ensures that patient and family/significant others are educated about diagnosis and the plan of care. Acts as a resource for facilitating communication when necessary.
   10. Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs as needed; attends and participates in clinic meetings/departmental meetings and other clinic functions as required by the Clinic.
2. Provides clinical oversight under the supervision of the sponsoring clinic physician.
   1. Assumes responsibility/accountability for delegating, directing, and supervising patient care activities. Trains, mentors and supervises support staff engaged in activities and procedures, as appropriate.
   2. Participates in the analysis of community health problems and assists in the development of the community health care plan.
   3. Participates in the CPI Program for continuous quality improvement and risk management purposes.
   4. Participates in the review and development of patient care policies, including health maintenance schedules and continuity of care.
   5. Participates in the review and development of protocols and standing orders.
   6. Implements the plans, procedures and protocols for the medical team.
   7. Serves as a resource and positive, proactive leader for the department.
   8. Accepts responsibility for remaining current with health care trends and information that impact the medical practice.
   9. Participates in the evaluation of products, procedures, and patient care standards.
3. Maintains professional courtesy at all times.
4. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required

• Knowledge of advanced principles of  health promotion, prevention and motivation
• Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to medicine and HHS/HRSA regulation
• Knowledge of protocols in general and an ability to quickly gain specific knowledge of the Clinic’s current operational protocols
• Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Texas Nurse Practice Act
• Ability to document, with clarity, all information relevant to a patient’s needs
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to patients, Clinic staff, and the general public 
• Ability to use  office equipment including but not limited to computers, fax machines, telephones and copiers

Preferred

• Spanish speaking and writing skills

Credentials and Experience

Required

• Accredited bachelor’s degree in nursing and who has completed advanced education and training (a minimum of master degree) in the diagnosis and management of common medical conditions, including chronic illnesses.
• Current unrestricted license from the Texas or Arkansas Board of Nursing (state that is applicable to the position).
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification

Preferred

• One (1) year of practice experience providing direct patient care