Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Mission: Since 1920, Eisner Health has operated as a quality focused non-profit community health center dedicated to improving the physical, social, and emotional well-being of the people in the communities we serve. Take the next step in your career and join the Eisner Health team!

Position:Utilizing the guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Department of Health’s Child Health and Disability Prevention Program (CHDP), the nurse practitioner shall provide primary care to pediatric patients ages 0-18.

Duties:1. The practitioner as the Primary Care Provider (PCP) who has been assigned to the patient, shall see the patient at the earliest opportunity following, whenever possible, specified HMO guidelines for initial evaluation and subsequent visitsTo take care of the patient's immediate needs.To undertake medical evaluation, including history and physical examination, laboratory, X-ray, referrals, or other diagnostic studies.To evaluate the patient and develop a problem list.To develop treatment objectives and plans.To initiate treatment orders and procedures.To work closely with other staff members in coordinating and obtaining needed services for patientsTo educate and counsel patients and their parents to promote good health and disease preventionTo use and disclose patients’ protected health information only in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) standards.To practice within the confines of the Center’s established treatment protocols, and as directed by the supervising physician.To consult with the physician supervisor whenever any question arises as to diagnostic evaluation or medical treatment of any patient2. The PNP will make every reasonable effort to follow through personally with the patients she/he evaluated initially.3. Patients will be asked to return for further services only as often as necessary and by appointment whenever possible4. A visit form will be recorded in the EHR system, signed electronically, for each patient visitTo reflect change in a patient’s conditionTo indicate any diagnostic studies performed, and their results when they become availableTo indicate changes in patient’s active problems, diagnosis or treatmentsTo indicate the logic of diagnostic evaluations and treatment plansTo reflect any pertinent attitudes or behaviors on the part of the patient or their family towards any aspect of patient careTo easily allow continuity of care by other providers5. Specialty clinic services shall be provided if medically necessary.6. Recommendations made by subspecialists will be integrated into the patient treatment plan.7. The patient shall be informed by the PNP as to the general nature of his/her medical problem, the general prognosis and the nature and purpose of the treatment and procedures that are contemplated. Appropriate instructions in self- care shall be given by the PNP to the patient and documented in the patient's medical records.8. A second opinion referral will be generated if requested by the patient’s family, and deemed medically reasonable9. A chronic problem list will be generated and maintained as current as possible10. Items in the PAQ will be addressed on a regular basis11. All medical providers are expected to promote a cohesive, cooperative working relationship with fellow providers which may include helping with excess patient loads and staying after the scheduled working hours12. All providers are expected to maintain excellent professionalism when dealing with patients

Qualifications:License to practice as a nurse practitioner in the State of California.Board certified or board eligible in field of specialty.At least 3 years clinical experience as a nurse practitioner in area of specialty.Knowledge and experience in managed care preferred.Effective communication and interpersonal skills with children and families.Proficient in Spanish and English.

Benefits (for employees working 32 hours per week or more):$500 per year CME Stipend & 5 days of paid CME time per year (Providers Only)License & DEA reimbursement (Providers Only)Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with PPO & HMO optionsRobust Paid Time Off Program (23 days accrued per year for FTEs)9 Paid Holidays Per YearPaid Jury Duty Time (40 hours per year)Employer-Sponsored Life and Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployer-Sponsored Chiropractic & Acupuncture Visits401k with a 3% Employer ContributionTransportation and Parking SubsidiesTuition Reimbursement ($500 per year)Eligible for Annual Performance Based IncreasesHealth Savings Account with a $1,000 Employer Contribution for the High Deductible Medical PPO PlanFlexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare, Dependent Care, and Transportation.Educational Tuition Reimbursement (up to $500 per year)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EEO Statement:Eisner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Eisner Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, right to reproductive freedom, or status as a covered veteran.