A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
09/03/2026 Job Description Job Description Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of clinical experience in women's health, providing high-quality, evidence-based care to women across the lifespan. You will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive gynecologic, reproductive, prenatal, and preventive services. Key Responsibilities Provide primary and specialty care to women, including annual well-woman exams, family planning, contraception counseling, preconception counseling, prenatal and postpartum care, and management of menopause Perform gynecological assessments (pelvic exams, Pap smears, screening tests) Diagnose and manage common women's health conditions (e.g., infections, menstrual disorders, hormonal issues) Provide obstetric care in collaboration with obstetricians (if applicable) Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests (e.g., labs, imaging) Prescribe medications, contraceptives, and hormonal therapies, per state and organizational scope of practice Offer health promotion, disease prevention, and patient education (including sexual and reproductive health) Develop and maintain patient care plans, document patient encounters, and maintain accurate medical records in the EHR system Coordinate care and refer patients to specialists as needed Participate in quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, and evidence-based practice implementation Provide counseling and support around reproductive decisions, fertility, and family planning Serve as a patient advocate, promoting holistic, culturally sensitive care Qualifications Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (NP program) Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of New York Certification as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (e.g., through a nationally recognized body) Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in women's health (gynecology, reproductive health, prenatal care, etc.) Strong knowledge of women's health issues across the lifespan Excellent assessment, diagnostic, and clinical decision-making skills Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to educate and counsel patients Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team Commitment to culturally competent, patient-centered care
BLS/ACLS
certification (if required by organization) Preferred Qualifications (Optional) Experience in underserved or community health settings Bilingual (e.g., Spanish) Experience in quality improvement or protocol development Prior involvement in research or patient education programs Work Schedule Full-time (or specify part-time) (Optionally) On-call responsibilities, if relevant (Optionally) Some weekend or evening shifts, depending on clinic hours
Compensation & Benefits Estimated Salary:
$125,000 - $135,000 Based on experience
Benefits:
Health, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan (e.g., 401k or 403b) Paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and holidays Malpractice insurance reimbursement after 1 year Flexible scheduling (optional) Why Join Us Be part of a mission-driven team providing high-quality, women-centered care Opportunity to grow professionally and influence women's health initiatives Supportive, collaborative environment with physicians, midwives, and other clinicians Commitment to equity, diversity, and patient-centered care
