Nurse Practitioner - Bedford Avenue

Sun River Health•New York, NY

1d•$154,876 - $167,378

About The Position

Sun River Health is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to support its Bedford Avenue location in Brooklyn, New York. Under the direction of a physician, the Nurse Practitioner plans, evaluates, and delivers health care to patients on an assigned service, with an emphasis on preventive health measures and patient education. The role also involves other duties as assigned and compliance with applicable systems and job-specific standards. Sun River Health is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center network serving communities across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island. Its mission is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care, especially for underserved and vulnerable communities. The position requires a master's degree, a valid New York State Nurse Practitioner license, and CPR/BLS. Candidates must have 1–3 years of Nurse Practitioner experience in primary care; 3 or more years of primary care experience is preferred. The stated annual salary range is $154,876.00–$167,377.60, with a $3,500 sign-on bonus. Sun River Health describes a supportive, collaborative, inclusive work culture and offers professional development and education programs. Eligible employees may access federal or state loan repayment or forgiveness programs, tuition reimbursement for job-related coursework, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Master’s degree.
1–3 years of experience working as a Nurse Practitioner in primary care.
Valid Nurse Practitioner license in New York State.
CPR/BLS.
Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that Nurse Practitioners are trained to perform and that are necessary for practice in health care centers.
Competence in delivering health care to patients, including preventive health education.
Ability to collaborate with other Health Center team members to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.

Nice To Haves

3 or more years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in primary care.

Responsibilities

Take patient histories and perform physical examinations.
Give immunizations as necessary and provide patient education and counseling.
Order appropriate laboratory work, draw blood when needed, and perform some laboratory tests, including wet prep microscopic exams.
Prescribe treatment for minor illnesses and consult with a physician regarding medication, chronic illness, and referrals when appropriate.
Maintain legible and appropriate documentation and periodically review records.
Follow up on abnormal Pap smears and reportable sexually transmitted diseases.
Attend case conferences involving patients.
Attend continuing education programs to increase skills and knowledge.
Attend provider meetings and participate in quality improvement programs and team assignments.
Identify and categorize patients’ age-specific needs, including those of infants, adolescents, and geriatric patients.
Follow OSHA infection-control standards under CDC guidelines endorsed by the department and organization and overseen by the Infection Control Officer.
Meet productivity, quality, and patient satisfaction standards while providing safe and successful care.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with systems and job-specific standards.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life and disability coverage.
Retirement savings plan.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Employee discount program.
Provider incentive compensation program based on quality and productivity.
Reimbursement of professional license, certification, and DEA fees.
Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees’ job-related coursework at accredited institutions.
Potential access to federal and state loan repayment or loan forgiveness programs, including HRSA and NHSC programs, with application support.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Workforce Wellness Program.
Planetree Recognition Awards.