Job Description

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner APRN

StayWell Health Center, a fast-paced federally qualified health center, is looking for an experienced, motivated, dedicated Pediatric Nurse Practitioner APRN to join our team to provide independent primary care to a specified population of pediatric patients.

Some of the responsibilities of this position include:

  • Performs medical examinations and evaluations, diagnoses, treatment, follow-up, and consultation
  • Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews
  • Orders / performs appropriate laboratory, diagnostic, and other screening tests
  • Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks
  • Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws; instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments
  • Educates patients regarding health promotion / illness prevention
  • Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails

Excellent Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • No-cost medical coverage
  • No-cost life insurance
  • Ten (10) paid holidays annually
  • Twenty (20) PTO days annually
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible applicants
  • 401k for eligible employees
  • Optional supplemental coverage (short- and long- term disability) available

How to Apply

Location:
StayWell Health Center Naugatuck, Waterbury