FNP-PEDS

Comprehensive Primary Care Services • Mount Vernon, NY, Mount Vernon • 10h ago

Job Description

Our established private pediatric practice is seeking a compassionate and motivated Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to provide comprehensive primary care to infants, children, and adolescents. The FNP will work closely with the pediatrician in a collaborative, team-based environment focused on high-quality, patient-centered care.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform well-child exams, sports physicals, and preventive visits
Conduct developmental screenings and provide anticipatory guidance
Diagnose and manage common acute pediatric conditions (e.g., URI, otitis media, gastroenteritis, minor injuries)
Manage stable chronic pediatric conditions in collaboration with the supervising physician
Administer and counsel regarding immunizations per CDC guidelines
Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests
Prescribe medications according to state regulations
Provide education and counseling to parents and caregivers
Document encounters accurately and timely in the electronic health record
Coordinate referrals to pediatric subspecialists when indicated

QUALIFICATIONS