School-Based Nurse Practitioner: Pediatric Health & Equity

Lakewood Healthcare Clinic; Lakewood Township (NJ); Sur place; USD 150 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement planning options

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Lakewood Healthcare Clinic in Lakewood, New Jersey seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to deliver holistic school-based care to students in full-time capacity. You will assess health, manage conditions, educate families, and coordinate referrals within collaboration with school staff and parents.

The role emphasizes health equity, preventive care, and culturally sensitive services, with typical hours 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and occasional evenings, working onsite across Lakewood schools.

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Practitioner certification is required.
• Valid New Jersey nursing license.
• Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.
• Strong foundation in preventive healthcare and health promotion.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience, ideally in community health, pediatric care, or school health settings.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations and families.
• Commitment to social justice and health equity.

Responsabilités

• Conduct health assessments and medical histories for students and staff in the school setting.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions; prescribe treatments and preventive care.
• Lead health education initiatives for students and families (vaccinations, wellness).
• Advocate for culturally sensitive care and equitable access to services.
• Coordinate follow-up care and referrals to specialists as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records in compliance with regulations.
• Participate in community health outreach and school health initiatives.
• Keep abreast of updates in school health policies and best practices.

Connaissances

Interpersonal communication

Health equity

Pediatric care

Community health

Formation

Master's degree in Nursing

Outils

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Description du poste

Lakewood Healthcare Clinic in Lakewood, New Jersey seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to deliver holistic school-based care to students in full-time capacity. You will assess health, manage conditions, educate families, and coordinate referrals within collaboration with school staff and parents.

The role emphasizes health equity, preventive care, and culturally sensitive services, with typical hours 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and occasional evenings, working onsite across Lakewood schools.