Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Community Health Northwest Florida is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join their clinical team. This role involves providing comprehensive patient care in an outpatient Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting. The provider will assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric patients while promoting disease prevention, health education, and overall wellness for children and their families.

Practice Info

• Outpatient Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting
• May work independently or collaboratively with physicians and clinical staff
• Serves patients in underserved communities
• Works with patients who have complex medical and social needs

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services within the scope of licensure and board-approved medical staff privileges
• Assess, diagnose, and treat acute, chronic, and long-term pediatric health conditions
• Obtain medical histories and perform comprehensive physical examinations
• Prescribe medications and treatment plans as appropriate
• Administer vaccinations, screenings, and routine physicals
• Perform and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests
• Educate patients and families on preventative care, nutrition, and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

Requirements

• Current Florida Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license
• Master's Degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited institution
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Preferred: Experience working in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or community health setting
• Preferred: Experience working with pediatric patients
• No visa sponsorship available