Family Nurse Practitioner

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice will provide general medical care and treatment to patients in medical facility under direction of physician.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patient
• Evaluate and interpret patient data in order to plan and implement appropriate nursing intervention
• Provide general nursing services within scope of license and patient safety goals
• Triage patients, in urgent care, if required and provide appropriate care
• Complete medical records in accordance to organizational policy
• Prescribe and administer medications based on patient needs and care plan
• Conduct patient education after assessing patient needs and prior knowledge
• Participate in staff and organizational meetings as requested for care coordination and development of policies and procedures
• Maintain compliance with all organizational policies and procedures
• Perform additional relevant duties as requested by supervisor/management

REQUIREMENTS:

• Active New York State Nurse Practitioner License.
• Active and unrestricted NPI and DEA registration.
• Bachelors Degree - Nursing/Related Field Plus completion of Accredited NP Program required.
• Masters Degree in Nursing/Related field preferred.
• Three years of practical experience in ambulatory care required.
• Ability to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment.
• Ability to multitask and to work and function under pressure.
• Bilingual – Spanish Required