Candidates with 1-2 years’ experience working in a pediatric setting are preferred, however, new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP, APRN), with post-graduate clinical experience, preferably in a primary care setting to join the Department of Pediatrics
The PNP will deliver comprehensive quality patient care, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions according to standards of practice to children and adolescents.
The PNP will provide health care in collaboration with department physicians. He/she may refer patients to consultants for confirmation of diagnosis and treatment procedures as appropriate. The PNP will also participate in departmental quality improvement and peer review activities.
The successful candidate will:
Be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and have successfully completed an approved nurse practitioner program, specializing in pediatric medicine.
Possess valid State of Connecticut licensure.
Have or be eligible to obtain DEA and state of Connecticut controlled substance registration.
Have a deep knowledge of nursing theory and practice coupled with a record of providing high quality, comprehensive, professional clinical care to patients according to established standards, protocols and practices.
Possess the ability to provide cultural competent care to a diverse patient population in a collaborative environment.
Have skill taking medical history, assessing medical conditions, and interpreting findings.
Have a track record of proven success communicating effectively with patients, peers, and other stakeholders both orally and in writing.
Have demonstrated ability to maintain timely, thorough and accurate written clinical documentation.
Be able to make evidence-based clinical decisions and comply with department and organizational quality measures.
Be comfortable using electronic health record and other computer systems.
Coordinate patient care with team members, other departments, and community agencies/providers as necessary.
Bilingual in Spanish is preferred
Benefits:
401(k) with match
Dental insurance / Health insurance / Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include the following:
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Contact information.
Availability
Upon receipt, one of our managers will contact you to discuss the position in full detail.