Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc.•Kokomo, IN

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Empowering communities through accessible, inclusive, and compassionate care, this is the work we do every day. At Jane Pauley Community Health Center, every role is connected to something bigger. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we deliver integrated, whole-person care to individuals and families across Indiana, regardless of income or insurance status. Our teams work at the intersection of clinical excellence and community impact, supporting underserved populations while building a culture rooted in collaboration, respect, and growth. Here, you are not just joining a workplace, you are becoming part of a mission that truly matters. The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) provides comprehensive primary and preventive healthcare services to infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. The PNP independently assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute and chronic pediatric health conditions while promoting healthy growth and development. The PNP collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide family-centered care, health education, disease prevention, and continuity of care for pediatric patients.

Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited nursing program.
Current Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license and Indiana Nurse Practitioner license.
National certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-PC, CPNP-AC, or equivalent).
Current BLS certification required; PALS certification preferred or required based on practice setting.
Current CSR and DEA certification, if prescribing controlled substances.
Demonstrated expertise in pediatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and family-centered care.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (specifically Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Spark).

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year pediatric clinical experience preferred.
PALS certification preferred or required based on practice setting.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive age-appropriate health assessments, including obtaining medical, developmental, behavioral, psychosocial, and family health histories; performing physical examinations; and evaluating laboratory and diagnostic findings to identify actual or potential health concerns.
Diagnose, treat, and manage acute illnesses, chronic conditions, and minor injuries in infants, children, adolescents, and young adults using advanced clinical judgment and evidence-based practice.
Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate individualized plans of care that promote wellness, disease prevention, and optimal patient outcomes while distinguishing between normal and abnormal findings.
Perform preventive and well-child examinations, monitor growth and developmental milestones, administer and recommend immunizations, and provide age-appropriate health screenings in accordance with established clinical guidelines.
Order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and other assessments necessary for patient diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
Educate patients, parents, guardians, families, and caregivers regarding health conditions, treatment plans, medications, nutrition, safety, growth and development, preventive care, and health promotion strategies.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, specialists, schools, community resources, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care, coordinate services, and achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Initiate appropriate consultations, referrals, and follow-up care while communicating significant findings and changes in patient condition to relevant healthcare providers.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation and participate in clinical data collection, quality improvement initiatives, population health efforts, and performance improvement activities.
Demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice, professional development, workplace safety, and the integration of current research and best practices into patient care.
Foster a positive patient and family experience by identifying customer needs, promoting patient satisfaction, and delivering compassionate, family-centered pediatric care.
Identify and appropriately respond to pediatric safety concerns, including suspected abuse, neglect, or other risk factors, in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.