Nurse Practitioner_Clinician - Hackensack

Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central, and Southern New Jersey; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 81,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental

HSA, HRA & FSA Accounts

401k with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO Time

Holidays Off with Pay

Student Loan Forgiveness

Mileage Reimbursement

NJ Family & Medical Leave

Flexible Schedule & Hours

Paid Training

Job summary

Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central and Southern New Jersey is seeking a Clinician in Hackensack to provide comprehensive reproductive health care in a full-time capacity. The role requires NJ licensure in reproductive health and at least two years of relevant experience.

The position includes a broad scope of clinical duties and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Weekend availability is required, and the schedule includes a 35-hour work week with potential for career development,

Qualifications

• Must be a State of New Jersey licensed clinician in reproductive health.
• Two years of clinician experience in reproductive health is required.
• Bilingual (Spanish) desirable; valid NJ driver’s license required for travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive reproductive health care and clinical management per guidelines.
• Perform health assessments, order and interpret tests, and manage treatments.
• Identify emergencies and initiate appropriate care; ensure patient safety and confidentiality.
• Document patient data accurately and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in training and development.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team leadership

English proficiency

Education

NJ licensed clinician

Job description

Brief Description

Pay:

35 hr work week, Non-Exempt

Schedule:

Full Time 5 day work week

Schedule Requirement:

• HSA, HRA & FSA Accounts
• 401k w/ a Generous Employer Match!
• Medical Discounts
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO Time
• Holidays Off with Pay
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Mileage Reimbursement
• NJ Family & Medical Leave
• Flexible Schedule & Hours
• Supportive Work Culture
• Paid Training!

Brief Description

Pay: $71.42 per hour, equals to a $130,000 annually salary

Hours: 35 hr work week, Non-Exempt

Schedule: Full Time 5 day work week

Schedule Requirement: Must be able to work on Saturdays**

Position: Clinician - Hackensack

Benefits

• Medical, Vision & Dental
• HSA, HRA & FSA Accounts
• 401k w/ a Generous Employer Match!
• Medical Discounts
• AD&D & LTD Plans Paid 100%
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO Time
• Holidays Off with Pay
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Mileage Reimbursement
• NJ Family & Medical Leave
• Flexible Schedule & Hours
• Career Development
• Supportive Work Culture
• Paid Training!

Essential Job Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The Clinician

performs a wide range of duties, including, but not limited to the following:

• Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic skills in clinical decision-making.
• Reviews the health history and psychosocial database.
• Assesses for evidence of domestic violence or sexual abuse.
• Performs an appropriate assessment.
• Recommends diagnostic and therapeutic interventions with attention to safety, efficacy, and cost effectiveness.
• Recognizes emergencies and initiates emergency care.
• Orders, performs, and interprets screening and diagnostic procedures and tests.
• Develops and analyzes differential diagnoses based on clinical and laboratory data.
• Incorporates non-pharmacologic therapies into practice.
• Prescribes approved medications and/or devices as regulated by state clinician practice acts including all birth control medications and devices.
• Evaluates results of interventions using accepted outcome criteria, revises the plan of care accordingly and consults or refers when needed.
• Provides information about health promotion and disease prevention that takes into account the individual’s age, developmental status, disability, culture, ethnicity, and sexual orientation.
• Provides clinical management, including therapeutic procedures and/or referral for women with selected gynecologic problems. May participate in patient follow‑up.
• Manages the treatment of sexually transmitted infections for patients and their partners.
• Provides care to men with reproductive health needs or problems as authorized or credentialed by the Medical Director.
• Provides comprehensive family planning care.
• Provides management or referral for non‑reproductive health problems.
• Collaborates with other health care providers to achieve optimally achievable outcomes.
• Assists in the performance of quality and risk management improvement activities.
• Participates in research to promote evidence‑based practice and to facilitate effective care, if applicable.
• Records patient data accurately.
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and maintains documentation of continuing education activities as required for licensure.
• Performs other duties as requested based on training and education.
• Follows protocols according to PPNCSNJ Medical Standards and Guidelines, PPNCSNJ Laboratory Manual and PPNCSNJ Infection Control Manual.
• Participates in the Affiliate’s efforts related to revenue cycle, which include but are not limited to: Coding properly; achieving goals for productivity; meeting or exceeding revenue targets; and expense management as budgeted.
• Demonstrates commitment to established Workplace Values: Trustworthy; Effective Communication; Respectful; Supportive; Collaborative; Excellence. Practices behaviors that effectively demonstrate the Affiliate’s Workplace Values and supports goal to co‑create a great workplace (see Workplace Values document received upon hire).
• Participates in all training and education requirements to stay current in daily tasks, license requirements (as appropriate), technology trainings (ex: NextGen, SecuReach, etc.) updates in MSGs, required trainings (ex: CAL, policy reviews, etc.), and others as appropriate.
• Travels throughout the Affiliate’s service area as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of mission and as required to ensure delivery of consistent high‑quality services.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Requirements

• Commitment and demonstration of excellent internal and external customer service, and the ability to model skills to center staff.
• Attention to detail; ability to lead and follow processes and procedures from beginning to end.
• Recognized excellence in interpersonal and relationship building skills, project management, and staff management skills.
• Ability to motivate and work collaboratively with staff throughout the agency to effect change.
• Strong analytical, operational and organizational skills; ability to balance priorities, make effective decisions, and contribute as a team player within the organization.
• Ability to utilize data to inform the decision‑making process.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including excellent follow through for multiple projects at multiple locations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Able to communicate information in an organized and clear manner.
• Able to demonstrate behaviors that represent the Affiliate’s Workplace Values.
• Able to maintain and demonstrate strict confidentiality of all information.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, intellectual curiosity, high energy, positive attitude and diplomatic.
• Demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance and risk management skills.
• Has computer skills and ability to learn/operate software programs.
• Maintains professional appearance and demonstrates professional behavior at all times.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and maintain punctual attendance.
• Able to work under pressure, remain calm, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to relate to diverse communities.
• Ability to remain open and non‑judgmental towards colleagues and customers.
• Ability to lead teams and desire to work as part of an interdependent team.

Requirements

1. Minimum Education/Licensure/Certification: Must be a State of New Jersey licensed Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Physician Assistant trained in reproductive health care. Advanced Practice Nurses must be certified by a national certifying agency that is accredited by the American Board of Nursing Specialties and/or the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, or American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM), American College of Nurse Midwives Certification Council (ACC) and/or their successors. Physician Assistants must be certified by the National Commission for certifying of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Advanced Practice Nurses (Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse Midwives and Physician Assistants) are required to annually sign PPNCSNJ’s “Collaborative Practice Agreement for Advanced Practice Nurses and Physician Assistants” (see attached agreement).

2. Minimum Experience: Two (2) years of clinician work experience in reproductive health required.

• Other Requirements: Ability to read, write and read in English, Bilingual in Spanish is desirable. Valid NJ State driver’s license. Reliable transportation to travel throughout the service area as needed.

Requirement‑must be available to work every Saturday

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with this position. While intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to review and change this description as needed to maintain business goals and accomplishments. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically. This job description is not a contract.

Non-discrimination Statement/Acknowledgement

Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central and Southern New Jersey, Inc. (PPNCSNJ) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, disability, atypical hereditary cellular blood trait, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PPNCSNJ will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; and any subsequent revisions or additions to related law/regulations.

Our Commitment To Health Equity, Diversity, And Inclusion

At PPNCSNJ, our "Care. No Matter What" values extend far beyond our health center doors. We're passionate about uplifting diversity, equity, and inclusion across every aspect of our organization. This work includes building an environment where every employee can flourish, every patient can thrive, and every community can achieve its full health potential. We strive to make equity-centered decisions that empower our employees, patients, and volunteers to be their whole selves. These efforts are an ongoing journey, and on our best days, we remain committed to challenging ourselves to do better.

Note For Applicants

As we prioritize equity in our health care practices, we are equally committed to these values in our workplace culture. If you're excited about this opportunity but don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You may be a great fit for this role or others, and we value differing perspectives in our commitment to being an inclusive health care provider and workplace.

PPNCSNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary

The Clinician has primary responsibility for the delivery of direct patient care in compliance with the medical standards and guidelines and adherence to the operational standards for productivity and exceptional customer service. The Clinician will work within the context of all PPNCSNJ medical policies and protocols, and recognize ethical, legal, and professional issues inherent in providing patient care. Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse Midwives and Physician Assistants operate within the licensed scope of practice as authorized by PPNCSNJ’s "Collaborative Practice Agreement for Advanced Practice Nursing or Physician Assistants."