Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Community Health Center

Northshore Home Health Care; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care in Danbury, CT seeks a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care in a Federally Qualified Health Center. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive pediatric care for infants through adolescents, including preventive care and management of common pediatric conditions.

You will conduct well-child visits, manage acute and chronic illnesses, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, accessible care.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering pediatric primary care.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric health issues and treatment protocols.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with EMRs and healthcare documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct well-child and sick visits for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Manage acute and chronic pediatric conditions.
• Prescribe and monitor medications as appropriate.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up care with specialists and services.
• Educate families on prevention, immunizations, and healthy lifestyles.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and charting.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to improve care for underserved populations.

Skills

Pediatric primary care

Pediatric health knowledge

Communication & education

Teamwork

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Role: The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner provides primary care to infants, children, and adolescents in a Federally Qualified Health Center.

Responsibilities Include

• Conducting well-child and sick visits
• Managing acute and chronic conditions
• Prescribing and monitoring medications
• Coordinating referrals and follow-up care
• Educating families on prevention and healthy lifestyles
• Utilizing Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) for documentation
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance care quality for underserved populations

Qualifications And Skills

• Relevant clinical experience in pediatric primary care
• Strong knowledge of pediatric health issues and treatment protocols
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Proficiency with EMRs and healthcare documentation