Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Ped NP-loan repayment/great work-life fit/great comp package in Central WA.

Community Health of Central WA (CHCW) is an organization focused on patient centered care, education of our future healthcare workforce, and providing healthcare services needed in our community. We value work life fit and provide a work environment dedicated to achieving and improving the quality of our employees’ daily experiences.

Reputable Teaching FQHC with Strong Ties to our Community.

Founded by our Central WA Family Medicine Residency program (CWFM) in 1993, CHCW has grown into an integrated community health center to include full spectrum primary care, pediatric, senior residential care, behavioral and addiction care, and dental serving the Yakima and Kittitas Counties at multiple sites.

Our Clinics and Programs:

Central Washington Family Medicine Residency / Central Washington Family Medicine Clinic / Yakima Pediatrics / Naches Medical Clinic / Highland Clinic / Community Health of Central Washington – Ellensburg / Ellensburg Dental Care / Senior and Residential Care / Senior Smiles / Connect (Substance Use Disorder Treatment) / Primary Care Behavioral Health / Population Health.

Yakima Pediatrics needs a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based primary healthcare at our large, single specialty practice. Come work in a collaborative, team-focused environment to provide the children in our region access to high quality, and affordable care.

WHY YAKIMA PEDIATRICS:

• Lifestyle Fit: Enjoy a flexible 4-day workweek and dedicated admin time.
• Advocacy: For patients and providers. Administration round tables with providers for input with strategic planning.
• Teaching-Friendly Culture: Share your passion with nursing students.
• Structured Onboarding: to set you up for success!
• Meaningful Patient Care: Serve a diverse population with room to explore your specialty interests.
• Longevity and Reputation: For over 40 years, Yakima Pediatrics has been a trusted partner for pediatric and adolescent care in our community!
• Spanish-speaking? That’s a big plus in our vibrant, bilingual community!
• Modern Tech: We use OCHIN EPIC for a seamless EMR experience; DAX copilot or Dragon dictation software.
• On-Site Support
  • Pharmacy on site (opening in June 2025).
  • Strong and robust Primary Care Behavioral Health with BHCs on site and warm handoffs within minutes.
  • Teen Health Clinic.
  • Clinical Support: 1-1.5:1 MAs, Pediatric RNs, after-hours nurse triage, and case managers.
  • Providers: Great blend of new grads, tenured pediatricians, and pediatric nurse practitioners.

COMPENSATION & PERKS:

• Base Salary: $130,000-$153,500. Salary is based on encounters per day (18-26 tiered level) and experience bonus. An additional incentive for meeting engagement goals is paid out yearly. DNP differential for those who qualify.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, AD&D, Life, LTD, HSA, and FTCA malpractice coverage.
• Employee premiums as low as $0-$25/month, with subsidized family coverage.
• Health & Wellness programs.
• Generous PTO, extended illness time, and 9 paid holidays.
• CME allowances and dedicated time.
• Student Loan Repayment Programs and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Relocation and sign-on bonus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• ARNP, MSN required with Pediatric NP certification preferred.
• Prefer a minimum of 1 year of experience working with a pediatric/adolescent patient population.
• WA License or the ability to obtain a WA license.
• DEA certificate.
• Great peer references and in good standing.
• Approved for credentialing with health plans, Medicare, and Medicaid.

LIVE THE GOOD LIFE IN CENTRAL WA
Yakima offers over 300 days of sunshine, breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Adams, easy access to outdoor adventures within minutes, and a low cost of living. With great schools, award-winning gourmet dining venues, a variety of ethnic restaurants, family-friendly events, wineries and microbreweries, and easy travel to Seattle and Portland, it’s the ideal place to plant roots.

About Community Health of Central Washington:

Community Health of Central Washington responds to community needs with innovation and collaboration to develop sustainable programs and services that drive health care equity. At CHCW we believe: * Physical and Emotional health is essential for people and communities to achieve their full potential and * Appropriate health care depends upon access to primary health care services and education. The Core Purpose of CHCW is to make enduring contributions to the health of our communities, our region, and the nation by: * Serving our patients * Educating care providers for the future, and * Advocating for the needs of people. At CHCW, we envision a future where all people have access to effective, efficient, and high quality health care, beginning with a primary care home, where caring professionals appreciate the needs and concerns of each patient, provide appropriate services, and assist the patient with the complexity of health care and the system that delivers it.