Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric
Location: , New Mexico
Description: Chenega Corporation is looking of Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric right now, this position will be assigned in New Mexico. More details about this position opportunity please read the description below. Provide a full range of primary care pediatric nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the Commanding Officer: provide health maintenance care of children from ages newborn to 17 years of age, including well baby and well child examinations; perform routine developmental screenings; diagnose and treat common childhood illnesses; provide anticipatory guidance regarding common child health concerns; provide childhood immunizations; and perform school and sports physicals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position
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Performs procedures and prescribes pediatric treatment and medications based on assessment results and standards of care within the scope of practice of a pediatric nurse practitioner as defined by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP).
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Examines, diagnoses, and treats diseases and injuries of newborns, infants, children and adolescents through age 17 years. Identifies and manages specific pediatric illnesses.
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Prepares and reviews case histories and clinical records of newborns, infants, children and adolescents through age 17 years. Secures a health and developmental history from the patient or parent; records findings and makes critical evaluation.
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Examines patients, determines need for radiological examinations and clinical laboratory tests, and interprets examinations findings and test results. Also, performs or requests special screening and developmental tests and interprets the results.
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Evaluates total health care needs of patients and develops plan to meet these needs. Teaches patients and family members different ways to maintain or improve their health status.
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Provides healthcare and preventative services to pediatric patients and their family members, including age specific anticipatory guidance in growth and development, nutrition, common illnesses, safety, and discipline.
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Evaluates clinical practice and collaborates with health care team members as the Primary Care Manager to improve patient delivery for an empanelment of pediatric patients.
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Makes appropriate referrals to general pediatrician, family practice physician, and/or specialty physician as warranted.
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Other additional duties as assigned, as Primary Care Manager on-call (as defined by the MTF).
Supervision
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
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Knowledge of professional nursing theories, principles, practices, and procedures of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners.
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Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents to prescribe for patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications for their use. Comprehensive knowledge of pediatric dosages and precautions. Knowledge of standard nursing care principles, procedures, and practices.
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Knowledge of the administrative requirements for proper documentation of patient’s health and medical conditions including explanation of procedures to patients and their patients, acknowledgement of teaching, and follow up care.
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Extensive medical knowledge, shares clinical expertise as consultant and instructor. Evaluates clinical practice and collaborates with health care team members to improve patient care delivery. Participates in staff development programs.
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Ability to assess patients’ needs via critical thinking and diagnostic skills in clinical decision-making, comprehensive health history, physical assessment, health assessment tools, record reviews, and individual patient encounters and interviews.
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Ability to communicate orally and in writing with a diverse group of individuals.
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Knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry and electronic medical records and patient information systems.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Clearance:
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Possess current certification by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
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Possess and maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
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A current unrestricted license from any one of the 50 U.S. States, the District of Columbia, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands is acceptable.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Excel Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Competencies
- To perform the job successfully, an individual
Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Written Communication
- Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies
Diversity
- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
Ethics
- Treats
Strategic Thinking
- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands
Planning/Organizing
- Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for
Professionalism
- Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Innovation
- Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Qualifications -
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language Skills -
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills -
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to define problems, collect data,
Physical Demands -
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Work Environment -
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.
During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
Chenega Corporation is an EOE. AA/M/F/D/V. Native preference under PL 93-638. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
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Knowledge of professional nursing theories, principles, practices, and procedures of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners.
·
Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents to prescribe for patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications for their use. Comprehensive knowledge of pediatric dosages and precautions. Knowledge of standard nursing care principles, procedures, and practices.
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Knowledge of the administrative requirements for proper documentation of patient’s health and medical conditions including explanation of procedures to patients and their patients, acknowledgement of teaching, and follow up care.
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Extensive medical knowledge, shares clinical expertise as consultant and instructor. Evaluates clinical practice and collaborates with health care team members to improve patient care delivery. Participates in staff development programs.
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Ability to assess patients’ needs via critical thinking and diagnostic skills in clinical decision-making, comprehensive health history, physical assessment, health assessment tools, record reviews, and individual patient encounters and interviews.
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Ability to communicate orally and in writing with a diverse group of individuals.
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Knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry and electronic medical records and patient information systems.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Clearance:
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Possess current certification by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
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Possess and maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
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A current unrestricted license from any one of the 50 U.S. States, the District of Columbia, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam or the U.S. Virgin Islands is acceptable.
Job
Medical Services
Primary Location
United States-New Mexico
Organization
Chenega Global Services
Recruiter
Ronald Knight
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This position will be opened on: Tue, 17 Jul 2012 20:58:31 GMT
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