School Based Nurse Practitioner, Saint Josephs Medical Center, Yonkers NY 10701 Position Available In Westchester, New York

School Based Nurse Practitioner, Saint Joseph’s Medical Center, Yonkers

NY 10701

St. Vincent’s Hospital Westchester – 2.9 Yonkers, NY Job Details Part-time $67.75 an hour 16 hours ago Qualifications RN License Certified Nurse Practitioner BLS Certification Primary care Mid-level FNP-C Full Job Description Saint Joseph’s Medical Center is seeking a part-time School Based Nurse Practitioner (Pediatric or Family NP) with demonstrated skills in core and primary care specific competencies based on the patient population served. Provides services as a nurse practitioner who diagnoses and treats health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, health counseling and provision of care supportive to or restorative of life and wellbeing. Ensures the safety of practices in the clinic setting, supervises the clinical staff and monitors medical and medication supplies.

Key responsibilities:

Assesses and records a patient and family physical history Completes a physical assessment as needed Triages patients to determine medical need and necessary action Responds appropriately in emergency situations Sets patient medical goals and priorities based on patient’s diagnosis, developmental age including emergent situations Gives direct patient care based on written plan of care, established standards of nursing practice, and prescribed medical regimen Gives evidence of care delivered through accurate and concise documentation inclusive of the patient response Order and interpret appropriate lab and diagnostic tests. Follow-up on test results, engaging with patients and educate them to necessary next steps. Order tests and referrals for patients as needed utilizing the SJMC network and/or its clinical affiliates. Work with staff to ensure follow-up on all tests and referrals. Demonstrates competence in collaborating with members of the health care team in the revision of the plan of care and documents the same Demonstrates safety and accuracy in performing treatments and procedures according to the nursing standard of care and practice by: Consistently demonstrating competency in infection control, utilizing universal precautions and following standards of practice in caring for the infectious patient. Demonstrates safety by being observant of the environment and reporting or eliminating any potential hazards. Consistently transcribes medication orders accurately Consistently administers medications safely Consistently documents administration of and all information related to Medications Ensure compliance with the Vaccine for Children Program for annual and ongoing vaccines management. Ensuring compliance with program requirements. Provide education specific to the patient’s relevant health care needs, in ways understandable to the patient and/or family such as: The safe & effective use of medication, if any The and effective use of medical equipment, if any The instruction of potential drug-food interactions Counseling on modified diets, as appropriate When and how to obtain further treatment, if needed Education and Qualification Requirements New York State License – RN and Pediatric or Family NP Certification as Family Nurse Practitioner BLS is required.

Salary:

hourly base salary is $67.7524; additional compensation for years of experience. Saint Joseph’s Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. Interested applicants should submit resume to: