Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care) New

Marketing Statement

NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the country, providing coordinated world-class primary and specialty care with dignity and respect for all New Yorkers, without exception. At Gotham Health, we practice a person-centered caring culture that values delivering compassionate, quality healthcare in partnership with our patients, community organizations, and staff. Gotham Health is focused on high-quality, affordable care to everyone regardless of ability to pay. Gotham Health serves the community through a two-pronged approach: providing treatment to those who need it while at the same time emphasizing prevention. We strive to deliver services in a way that maximizes each patient's opportunity to achieve successful health outcomes, we believe in every person's right to participate in their care plans, we facilitate partnerships with other community resources to meet the needs of our patients beyond healthcare, and we celebrate and recognize the compassionate care of our committed staff. Join our team if you want to be part of our Gotham Health Family, a person-centered, fully integrated, and innovative ambulatory care network.

Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities

The nurse practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice nurse responsible for comprehensive direct patient care management of the adult. As an independent clinical provider and utilizing the medical team as a resource, the NP provides expert clinical care to a designated population of patients providing services but not limited to:

• Conducting history, psychosocial evaluations and physical examinations.
• Analyze lab results/follow-up abnormal results.
• Assessment and treatment of acute illnesses.
• Follow-up of chronic illnesses.
• As a PCP, has a defined panel of patients.
• Administers First-Aid when necessary and is part of a facility emergency response team.
• Participate in the Medical Board/Department Committee and meetings.
• Formulate a plan of care management for the patient.
• Participate in the different training/In-services conducted by the department or the facility/network.
• Participate in the different QA issues in the department/facility (i.e.: Peer Review, etc.)
• Complete patient correspondence (i.e.: forms or letters upon request).
• Fosters good Customer Service in daily activities when dealing with patients, parents, (significant others).
• Maintains Patient Safety and Infection Control techniques.
• Follows corporate & hospital regulations, policies, & procedures.
• Addresses patients, visitors and co-workers in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Maintains a professional working relationship with other health care professionals.
• Operates equipment and performs job related duties in a safe manner.
• Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate action to eliminate hazards and prevent recurrences.
• Follows established infection control protocols.
• If applicable, maintains data relative to Quarterly and Yearly Reports to the DOE/NYCDOHMH.
• Work to provide comprehensive, personalized care for all New Yorkers and commit to providing a person-centered care environment while exemplifying ICARE (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) values.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED); and
• Current certification to practice as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the NYSED; and
• Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
  
  

Department Preferences

Qualifications For The Job

Two clinical years’ experience as Adult or Family Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) preferred.

Educational Level

I. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

2 Master's Degree in Nursing.

• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in field of practice.
• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state of New York.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  
  

Knowledgeable In

Adult primary care services.

Equipment/Machines Operated

Spanish language fluency preferred but not required

Personal computer, telephone, fax, copier, Medical devices used in the course of training, i.e. glucometer, blood pressure equipment, etc.

COMPUTER PROGRAMS/SOFTWARE OPERATED

Epic EMR, Microsoft Outlook/ Office Suite

Years Of Experience

1 - 3 years' experience in an Ambulatory Care setting preferred but not required.

How To Apply

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs