Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Part-Time or Full Time

Catholic Charities; Lansing (MI); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Catholic Charities seeks a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to deliver primary care to underserved pediatric populations at our Family Health Center in Lansing, MI. The FNP will focus on prevention, health promotion, and disease management in a compassionate, culturally sensitive environment.

The role is on-site, with duties including overseeing immunization schedules, creating treatment plans, providing health education, and coordinating with nursing staff and other clinicians.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing required.
• Minimum one-year experience as a Nurse Practitioner with pediatric patients.
• Michigan RN license; Pediatric NP certification; bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assess patients across all ages (newborns to adolescents) through history, exam, and tests.
• Order and interpret labs, X-rays, ECGs, and other tests.
• Develop and implement plans for health maintenance and disease management per Bright Futures guidelines.

Connaissances

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Formation

Master of Science in Nursing

Description du poste

CCIEC is a non-profit, human services agency dedicated to serving the most vulnerable. Every year, thousands of lives are transformed through the organization’s programs. Located in Michigan’s capital and with a combined experience of over 130 years of service to the community, CCIEC is proud to have forged relationships with community partners of almost every creed. CCIEC’s work is carried out by more than 150 employees, and we welcome those passionate about serving others to join us on this journey of providing help and creating hope. If you have the desire to be engaged in your community and impact the lives of children, individuals, and families in need, CCIEC is the place for you! Offering a variety of careers, we are an equal opportunity employer.

Position: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Part-Time or Full Time

Location: Lansing, MI

Job Id:359

# of Openings:1

Job Summary

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) at Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties (CCIEC) will provide primary care services to individuals and families, focusing on prevention, health promotion, and disease management. As part of our mission to improve healthcare access, the FNP will offer services to underserved pediatric populations, ensuring they receive high-quality care in a compassionate and culturally sensitive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the physical status of patients of all ages (newborns, toddlers, children, adolescents), through histories, examination and diagnostic tests
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays, ECGs and other special examinations
• Develop and implement therapeutic plans for health maintenance, prevention and management of illness. Well child examinations must follow American Academy of Pediatric Bright Futures guidelines
• Maintain competency in child immunization schedules
• Prescribe medications in accordance with established guidelines
• Provide health education and counseling to patients and/or their guardians
• Perform minor office surgical or therapeutic procedures
• Provide comprehensive care planning for clients with chronic diseases
• Serve as a consultant to nursing staff and other health care professionals
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Comply with clinical expectations as per our Family Health Center Provider Job Expectations
• Responsible to Medical Director
• Perform other duties as assigned including occasional telephone on-call duties (telephone call only)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Education:Master of Science in Nursing
• Experience:Minimum one-year experience in Nurse Practitioner setting handling pediatric patients
• Required Licenses, Certifications, and Training: Registered nurse, currently licensed to practice in Michigan. Certified as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.

Personal Attributes Anticipated

• Mission-Driven:Demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, and incorporates them into daily work
• Collaborative Team Player:Thrives in a team environment, contributing positively and working effectively with others to achieve shared goals
• Solution-Oriented Problem Solver: Proactively identifies challenges and develops practical, innovative solutions to address them
• Culturally Sensitive:Demonstrates awareness and respect for the cultural diversity of both colleagues and clients, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment
• Integrity:Upholds a strong moral character, consistently doing what is right, and responsibly using time and resources to serve the organization’s mission

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This position is on-site and may not be eligible for remote work
• Attendance at occasional meetings or events outside regular business hours is required
• The role involves working with sensitive or potentially traumatic information and direct interaction with individuals or families in crisis
• Physical requirements include frequent use of hands for handling objects, tools, or controls; talking, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing, kneeling, reaching, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds
• Vision requirements include close-up work, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• The work environment may involve varying degrees of physical discomfort and occasional loud noise
• Occasional driving, potentially with Clients, during the workday may be needed for operational purposes
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Comments:

This job description is intended to outline the essential functions, general supplementary tasks, and key requirements for successful performance in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Additional tasks may be assigned, and management reserves the right to modify duties as needed.

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