Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner (Weekends Only)

Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner (Weekends Only)Reports to: Chief of Pediatrics, Queens136-26 37th AvenueQueens, New York, 11354United States The Charles B. Wang Community Health Center, an award-winning federally qualified community health center, is seeking Pediatrics Nurse Practitioners for weekend-only part-time coverage. We are looking for team-oriented individuals interested in delivering high quality primary care in a community health setting. Our collegial outpatient-only practice offers strong ancillary support, including nursing support, referral coordinators, health educators, on-site mental health services, and social workers.ResponsibilitiesInvolve with direct patient physical assessment, education, and health planningMaintain continuity of care by regular patient follow-upAssist in the coordination of services with other disciplines and patient's insurance plansAdvocate for patient in arrangement of medically necessary servicesCommunicate with community's resources to ascertain adequate assistance for patients in needRefer patients to specialty services when necessaryConsult with collaborating physician and other members of the health care team to establish plan of careParticipate in quality assurance process to assure optimal care deliveryProvide comprehensive case management services that include emphasis on health promotion and disease preventionMonitor patient outcome in accordance to the practice protocolsCollaborate with staff nurses and nursing administrators with assessment and clinical decision in patient care planningAct as a resource person for the nursing staffPerform other duties as assigned Minimum QualificationsGraduated from approved Nurse Practitioner ProgramLicensed as Nurse Practitioner in New York StateBasic CPR (BCLS) certification requiredAt least 3 years of clinical experience as a Pediatrics Nurse PractitionerSpecialty Certification preferredBilingual in English/Mandarin-Chinese or English/Spanish required Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $65 - $75 per hourEmployer-paid malpractice coverage through FTCA403(b) retirement savings planNYS Paid Sick LeaveEmployee Discount ProgramsThe Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program