Nurse Practitioner - White Plains

Overview

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 a Full‑Time Nurse Practitioner to join our team supporting the White Plains site.

A Nurse Practitioner, under the direction of a physician, is responsible for planning, evaluating and delivering the health care of patients on assigned service. Emphasis is placed on preventative health measures and education of patients. She/he 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 if 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 STD’s.
• 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, adolescent, or geriatric patients.
• Follows OSHA standards of infection control under CDC guidelines endorsed by the department, organization, and overseen by the 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 Experience: 8+ Years

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

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of diagnostic and treatment procedures that nurse practitioners are trained to do and are necessary for practicing 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.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance:
  Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Life and Disability Coverage:
  Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
• Retirement Savings Plan:
  Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
• Commuter and Transit Benefits:
  Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work‑related issues.
• Employee Discount Program:
  Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.
• Provider Incentive Compensation Program:
  Quality & Productivity.
• Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement.

Sun River Health provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or non‑disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability in each aspect of the human resources function.

Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Job type:
Full‑Time

Annual salary: $ – $