Full-time Pediatric Nurse Practitioners Needed at Pediatric Plus Health Group in Galveston, TX.

Under the supervision of a Physician, the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive medical services for members of family, regardless of age or sex within scope of training. Services include: Preventative care, immunizations, primary care and treatment, health education, prescribing medications, ordering and interpreting lab testing, physical examinations, STD screenings, vision/hearing, family planning, and nutrition. Incumbents work some evenings and Saturdays as scheduled.

Job Type: Full-time

Education & Experience

• Nurse Practitioner degree;
• Clinical experience within scope of training;
• PNP certification;
• Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies;
• Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline;
• Strong charting/documentation skills;
• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions; and
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a combination, but not necessarily all, of the following duties:

With focus on infant and child patients:

• Communicate with patients, parents, and guardians regarding the health of infant/child patient;
• Obtain patients’ medical histories and performs physical examinations; documents all findings/information;
• Order or execute various tests, analyses and diagnostic images/procedures to provide information on patient’s condition;
• Perform therapeutic procedures as allowed within scope of practice including but not limited to immunizations, wound care, and injections;
• Meet established productivity goals;
• Chart all patient transactions in accordance with policies and procedures. Write orders and record progress notes which will be reviewed and countersigned by supervising physician;
• Communicate and work with medical staff to ensure coordinated efforts for the provision of high quality medical treatment and patient service;
• Assist management in identifying, analyzing, and resolving work problems;
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing clinical methods and procedures and suggest improvements;
• Perform daily rounds as required and documents patient care orders;
• Prepare timely, legible, and complete documentation of all patient care as provided by law, regulation, and established policy;
• Participate in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices;
• Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives determined to be required by Company;
• Apply safety principles as identified by established policy;
• Make oneself available to travel to other sites within Organization to cover another provider’s absence, often with very little advance notice;
• Ensure compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensure compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations;
• Exhibit a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals;
• Adjust to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality;
• Collect, interpret, and/or analyze diagnostic data;
• Perform surgical procedures commensurate with surgical competency;
• Refer patients to medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for patient’s well-being;
• Document the patient’s visit including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses and plan of action;
• Follow up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases;
• Conduct physical examinations to provide information needed for admission to school, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage;
• Administer Family Planning services in compliance with Title X Rules and Regulations/Protocols;
• Review and audit health charts of patients who receive Family Planning services;
• Attends annual Family Planning seminars, if instructed by the CMO;
• Commitment to mission of St. John’s with clinic involvement and engaging in healthcare community events;
• Attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events as needed
• Other duties may be assigned or may be modified as business needs dictate.

Salary Range:

$131,000 to $150,000 / Year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Loan repayment program
• Malpractice insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Apply today!!