Nurse Practitioner Resident
About The Position
Sun River Health's Jeannette J. Phillips Health Center in Peekskill, New York, is offering a Nurse Practitioner Residency Program for Family Nurse Practitioners, with a focus on rural/migrant health. This program, starting September 2026, is designed for new nurse practitioners committed to developing their careers in challenging settings like Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and serving special populations. The residency aims to prepare NPs for primary care of underserved populations, build clinical and operational confidence in an FQHC setting, and increase the number of NPs pursuing long-term careers and leadership roles in FQHCs. The program includes a one-year employment commitment after completion.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree
- Valid license as a Nurse Practitioner in New York State upon graduation
- Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to do and are necessary for practicing in health care centers.
- Competence in delivery of health care to patients (including preventative health education)
- Ability to collaborate with other members of the Health Center in order to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.
- One-year employment commitment after completion of the program.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written) is preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide primary care to patients, including obtaining complete patient histories, performing physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans.
- Complete rotations with specialty populations, particularly in rural and underserved areas, to gain experience in various healthcare settings.
- Perform preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations, and provide direct treatment and management of health conditions.
- Counsel and educate patients and their families/caregivers on preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments and care plans, ensuring compliance with established protocols.
- Work collaboratively with internal and external preceptors to ensure smooth clinical experiences and gradual progression of expertise and skills.
- Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures, including established medical and specialty protocols.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Commuter and Transit Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity.
- Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement.
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Support for federal and state loan repayment or loan forgiveness programs (HRSA, NHSC)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
