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Essen Health CarePosted 1 month ago

Nurse Practitioner, Pediatrics

$135,000–$150,000 year

On-siteThe Bronx, New York, United States

Full TimeLicense Or CertificationMedium

Job Summary

Conduct comprehensive health assessments, diagnose pediatric conditions, and manage chronic illnesses such as asthma, diabetes, and ADHD in an outpatient clinical setting. Prescribe medications, perform minor procedures including immunizations and wound care, and coordinate referrals to specialists. Deliver preventive care through well-child visits, developmental screenings, and family education on nutrition, safety, and child development. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and social workers in interdisciplinary meetings to ensure continuity of care. Document all patient interactions in the electronic health record and participate in quality improvement initiatives. Provide mentorship to nursing staff, medical assistants, and students. Requires an MSN or DNP with PNP certification, active NY RN and APRN licenses, and BLS/ACLS certification. Bilingual Spanish speakers are preferred.

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with a specialization in pediatric nursing
  • Current certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) through a recognized certification body (e.g., PNCB or ANCC)
  • Active and unrestricted RN and APRN licenses in the state of NY
  • Clinical experience in pediatric care, ideally in an outpatient setting
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Desired Qualifications

  • Bilingual (Spanish Speaking)
  • EMR/EHR experience

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