Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Reports to Chief Medical Officer Background : Cahaba Medical Care Foundation is a community health center providing medical, pharmacy, dental, and behavioral health services to diverse underserved communities in Alabama. We are a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home and Joint Commission accredited organization, committed to increasing integration and coordination of behavioral health and primary care. This is an exciting, fast paced practice with a strong mission and commitment to providing high quality care.

Purpose : The Pediatric CRNP will provide comprehensive primary care to pediatric patients and their families while working collaboratively with physicians and the multidisciplinary Cahaba team. We are committed to providing high-quality, accessible healthcare to the communities we serve, and we are looking for a provider who shares that commitment. Candidates with a Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PPCNP) or Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care (CPNP-PC) background are encouraged to apply. A Family Practice CRNP with extensive pediatric experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities and Duties: Provides comprehensive primary care to pediatric patients in accordance with established medical protocols, clinical guidelines, and the provider's scope of practice. Evaluates pediatric patients through complete and interval histories, physical examinations, developmental assessments, and appropriate screenings. Identifies patient risk factors and health hazards and provides appropriate health education to patients and parents/guardians. Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic pediatric conditions within the provider's scope of practice. Performs appropriate physical examinations as indicated.

Obtains appropriate laboratory specimens and analyzes clinical data to assist with diagnosis and treatment. Develops and implements individualized plans of care based on the patient's clinical needs, age, developmental stage, family circumstances, and available resources. Assures treatment and plans of care are consistent with established protocols and revises treatment as necessary based on patient outcomes. Provides preventive healthcare services, including well-child visits, developmental screening, immunizations, and anticipatory guidance.

Provides education to patients and families regarding nutrition, development, medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle choices. Documents all pertinent patient information accurately, legibly, and in a timely manner. Assures appropriate consent forms are completed and maintained. Refers patients to appropriate services when needs exceed the services of the clinic or the scope of practice of the provider. Assists in assuring adequate patient health records are maintained and transferred as required when patients are referred. Seeks out and utilizes community resources to meet or assist with the patient's healthcare and social needs. Identifies and considers…

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