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About NYC Health + HospitalsNYC Health + HospitalsGotham 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 or immigration status. 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 that enables all New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives.At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.Multiple Locations available Job DescriptionPURPOSE OF POSITION:The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice nurse responsible for comprehensive direct patient management of the childadolescent and adult. As an independent clinical provider and utilizing the medical team as a resource, the Nurse Practitioner provides expert clinical care to a designated population of patients providing services but not limited to:SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Conducts history, psychosocial evaluations and physical examinationsAnalyzes laboratory results and follows-up on abnormal valuesAssesses and treats acute illnesses according to established standards of careFollows-up on chronic illnessesAs a PCP, has a defined panel of patientsAdministers first-aid when necessary and is part of a facility emergency response teamFormulates a plan of care management for defined panel of patients including other disciplines as required to assist patients to a desired state of wellnessCompletes patient correspondence (i.e. forms or letters)Maintain accuracy and completeness of all patient recordsActively participates in departmentalfacilitynetwork in-services, meetings and trainingsActively participates in the Medical BoardDepartment Committee meetingsParticipates in Quality Improvement activities; develop and implement special projects (e.g. Quality Assurance Studies)Acts as a preceptor for health practitioners in training, including medical students, residents, NPs, and PAsProvides on-going supervision andor evaluation of Medical Office Assistants (MA)Maintains patient safety and infection control guidelines; follows established infection control protocolsMaintains data relative to Quarterly and Yearly Reports to the NYS DOHFollows corporate and hospital regulations, policies and proceduresFosters good customer service in daily activities and addresses patients, parents, and school personnel in a courteous and respectful mannerMaintains a professional working relationship with other health care professionalsOperates equipment and performs job related duties in a safe manner; supervises maintenance of equipment and suppliesRecognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate action to eliminate hazards and prevent reoccurrencesMust be knowledgeable of Gotham Health missionvision and uphold the mission in demonstrating the commitment to provide safe, high quality care to its patients.Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practiceMinimum Qualifications1. 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); and2. Current certificate as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the NYSED; and3. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).Department PreferencesQUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB: CERTIFICATION(S)LICENSE(S): Evidence of current CPR with AED certification; (with) ACLS and PALS certification preferred but not required EDUCATIONAL LEVEL: -Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. -Master of Nursing from an accredited institution. -Holds a license in the State of New York as a Registered Professional Nurse.• Current certification to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in specific field of practice issued by the New York State Department of Education.• Holds a valid controlled substance registration certificate (DEA Registration). KNOWLEDGEABLE IN:• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.• Is qualified by experience and proof of demonstrated competency EQUIPMENTMACHINES OPERATED: Medical devices used in the course of caring for patients (glucometer, blood pressure machine, etc.) COMPUTER PROGRAMSSOFTWARE OPERATED:Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint REQUIREMENTS:• Effective interpersonal skills, excellent customer service-oriented behaviorattitude,• Computer literacy• Proficiency in English and a second language preferred Demonstrated expertise in the desired field - pediatricsadolescent medicineDemonstrate knowledge of community resources, ability to facilitate appropriate referral, assist families to understand and negotiate community resourcesHow To ApplyIf you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per weekRetirement Savings and Pension PlansLoan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employeesPaid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contractsCollege tuition discounts and professional development opportunitiesMultiple employee discounts programs