Pediatric Nurse Practitioner: Primary Care for Kids

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties (CCIEC) seeks a Family Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care focused on prevention and disease management for underserved populations in Michigan. You will deliver compassionate, culturally sensitive care across pediatric ages in a community health setting.

The FNP will assess, diagnose, treat, educate, and collaborate with a team to ensure high-quality, accessible health services for children and families served by CCIEC.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Minimum one-year experience as a Nurse Practitioner handling pediatric patients.
• Registered nurse licensed to practice in Michigan; Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients of all ages through histories, examinations and diagnostic tests.
• Order and interpret lab studies, X-rays, ECGs and other exams.
• Develop and implement care plans for health maintenance, prevention and illness management.
• Maintain competency in child immunization schedules and prescribe medications per guidelines.
• Provide health education and counseling to patients and guardians.
• Perform minor office procedures and comprehensive care planning for chronic diseases.
• Serve as a consultant to nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records and adhere to provider expectations.
• Be available for occasional telephone on-call duties and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Job description

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties (CCIEC) seeks a Family Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care focused on prevention and disease management for underserved populations in Michigan. You will deliver compassionate, culturally sensitive care across pediatric ages in a community health setting.

The FNP will assess, diagnose, treat, educate, and collaborate with a team to ensure high-quality, accessible health services for children and families served by CCIEC.