Nurse Practitioner

Sun River Health provides the highest quality of comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non‑Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking full‑time Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Poughkeepsie.

A Nurse Practitioner, under the direction of a physician, is responsible for planning, evaluating and delivering health care to patients on assigned service. Emphasis is on preventative health measures and patient education. The NP will perform other duties as assigned and in compliance with systems and job specific standards.

• Takes histories, performs physical examinations, gives immunizations (as necessary) and does patient education and counseling.
• Orders appropriate lab work, draws blood for lab work when needed, and performs some lab tests such as wet prep microscopic exams.
• Prescribes treatment for minor illnesses, and consults with physician regarding medication, chronic illness and referrals when appropriate.
• Maintains legible and appropriate documentation and reviews records periodically. Does follow‑up of abnormal pap smears and reportable STDs.
• Attends case conferences involving patients.
• Attends continuing education programs to increase skills and knowledge.
• Attends provider meetings and participates in quality improvement programs and team assignments.
• Identifies and categorizes each patient’s age‑specific grouping of needs, such as infants, adolescents or geriatric patients.
• Follows OSHA standards of infection control under CDC guidelines endorsed by the department and overseen by Infection Control Officer.
• Provides safe and successful performance, including meeting productivity, quality and patient satisfaction standards.

Minimum Education Requirement: Master’s Degree

Minimum Work‑Related

Experience:

5‑8 years; 4 years of business office experience, preferably in a large medical practice with increasing levels of responsibility.

Preferred

Work Experience:

8+ Years

Minimum Licensure: Valid license as a Nurse Practitioner in New York State and CPR/BLS

• Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to perform and that are necessary for practice in health care centers.
• Competence in delivery of health care to patients (including preventative health education).
• Ability to collaborate with other members of the health center in order to maintain high quality standards and achieve client satisfaction.
• Bilingual in both English and Spanish (orally and written) is preferred.

Sun River Health is a network of over 40 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) providing primary, dental, pediatric, OB‑GYN, and behavioral health care to more than 245,000 patients annually. With a dedicated staff of 2,000 doctors, nurses, and health care professionals, we pride ourselves on delivering high‑quality, affordable care to those who need it most. Sun River Health started in 1975 when four African American mothers spearheaded efforts to open our first health center in Peekskill, New York to deliver accessible, high‑quality, affordable services to patients in need no matter their race, religion, income, or insurance status.

Today, after 45 years of service, Sun River Health is still delivering on that promise to communities across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island.

At Sun River Health, we believe in fostering a culture of wellness, inclusivity and recognition. Our Workforce Wellness Program promotes staff wellness through ongoing challenges and activities, encouraging participation and rewarding engagement. We celebrate our staff's dedication and person‑centered spirit through the Planetree Recognition Awards, which honor innovation, leadership and community spirit. We are committed to creating a supportive…