Nurse Practitioner- Pediatrics

Job Description Job Description The Nurse Practitioner works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare (NHC) by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. This role will provide general medical care and treatment to patients under the direction of providers. In addition, this role will assess training opportunities to promote team development.
4 days a week 8am-5pm (32 Hour Week)
2 days at Menifee location and 2 days at Beaumont
RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Patient Care
Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines/instructions from providers and NHC practice protocols
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s
clinical problems and health care needs
Records physical findings and formulates plan and prognosis based on patient’s
condition
Submits health care plans and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by providers
Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment to patients, such as physical therapy, inhalations therapy, or related therapeutic procedures
Refers patients to providers for consultation or specialized health resources for treatment
Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy

Team Support
Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes by working in coordination with care teams
Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders
Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees
Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public
Cooperates in accomplishing communicated department goals and objectives
Identifies training needs and promotes developmental activities for the team

Clinical Administration
Discusses cases with providers and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plans
Performs duties in accordance with the NP Supervisory Agreement
Keeps informed and promotes organizational activities and team goals aligned to the NHC mission and vision
Functions at highest level according to credentials and competency

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in nursing required
California Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nursing license in good standing is required
Current CA DEA licensure is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment. AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques.
Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Knowledgeable about and experience with providing direct care to patients
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent planning and organizational ability
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift/carry 20lbs/weight
Ability to stand for long periods of time

COMPLIANCE (Safety & HIPAA)
Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
Maintain privacy of all patient, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
Report all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful
Pay range: $124,000 - $191,100 per year, depending on experience. (DOE)
Compensation Disclosure: The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, Budgetary considerations and organizational needs. As a result, placement within the range is not guaranteed, and the full pay grade range may not be utilized.