Family Medicine - NP Government job located in New Jersey

• 2 years FNP experience
• experience (within the last 6 months) working w/ pediatrics (0-17)
• Any State License Accepted

Position Overview

CentralCare is seeking a compassionate and experienced Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with recent pediatric experience to work in a pediatric environment at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey. In this role, you will provide comprehensive primary care services to young patients, ensuring their optimal health and well-being.

About CentralCare

At CentralCare, we connect exceptional medical professionals with rewarding opportunities within the government and military sectors. Our mission is to empower healthcare facilities with highly skilled personnel who deliver the highest quality of care while upholding the utmost standards of service.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of those who serve our country and their families!

Patient Care Responsibilities:

• Provides comprehensive and a full range of outcome-based Nurse Practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions, diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated)

• Diagnoses and treats patients with common acute conditions, chronic illnesses, or minor trauma within accepted protocols, clinical practice guidelines, Nurse Practice Acts, and/or in consultation with a physician

• Performs minor procedures and treatments, as needed, and in accordance with scope of practice to include, but not limited to, punch biopsies, wart removal, shave biopsies, minor suturing, toenail removal, abscess incision & drainage, suture removal, joint injections, and Pap exams Additionally, performs procedures such as, intravenous (IV) line placement, dressing changes, wound irrigation, oxygen administration, and specimen collection

• Responds to and assists in MTF patient emergency situations

• Recognizes conditions that require isolation and ensures universal precautions are used in all patient encounters

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including lab work and imaging studies

• Orders/prescribes medications and adjusts dosages according to patient needs

• Educate patients and families on health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care. Exhibits skillfulness and tact when communicating w/ patients (and parents) during all aspects of care

• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals

• Performs other duties, as required, to include covering for other Primary Care & Women’s Health providers in their absence

Administrative Duties:  

• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

• Participate in daily huddles and monthly staff meetings (Pro-staff and ECOMS), continuing education programs, and quality improvement initiatives

• Participates in monthly provider Peer Review program and submits reports in a timely manner 

• Adhere to all relevant clinical protocols and guidelines

Qualifications: 

• Education: Master's degree in Family Health/Primary Care Nursing from an accredited program

Certification:  

• Current FNP certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. ACLS and PALS certifications preferred

• Maintains all required certifications, completes annual Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and other required MDG staff training in a timely manner

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of full-time experience as an FNP, including recent experience (within the last 6 months) working with pediatric patients (ages 0-17)

• Licensure: Current, unrestricted, and active FNP license (any active state license accepted)

Benefits: 

• Competitive Hourly Rate

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision 

• Additional Health and Welfare Rate

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) Plan 

Paid Time Off:  

• Vacation: 80 hours 

• Sick Leave: 56 hours 

• 11 Paid Holidays per year 

Professional Development: Opportunities to advance your skills while serving the military community. 

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 07:30 AM - 04:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time), not to exceed 40 hours per week

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CentralCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.?