Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

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

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About The Position

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 role 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.
• 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 Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint, and Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and Spark.

Nice To Haves

• PALS certification; the posting notes it is preferred or required depending on practice setting.
• At least one year of pediatric clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct age-appropriate health assessments, take medical and related histories, perform physical examinations, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic findings.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute illnesses, chronic conditions, and minor injuries in pediatric and young adult patients using evidence-based practice.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate individualized plans of care that promote wellness, disease prevention, and optimal outcomes.
• Perform preventive and well-child examinations; monitor growth and developmental milestones; administer and recommend immunizations; and provide age-appropriate screenings.
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and other assessments required for diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
• Educate patients, families, guardians, and caregivers about health conditions, treatment plans, medications, nutrition, safety, development, preventive care, and health promotion.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, schools, community resources, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate services and continuity of care.
• Initiate consultations, referrals, and follow-up care, and communicate significant findings or changes in patient condition to relevant healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation and participate in data collection, quality improvement, population health, and performance improvement activities.
• Apply current research and best practices in patient care and demonstrate commitment to evidence-based practice, professional development, and workplace safety.
• Promote patient satisfaction and deliver compassionate, family-centered pediatric care.
• Identify and respond appropriately to suspected abuse, neglect, and other pediatric safety concerns in accordance with policies and applicable laws.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Life and disability coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time