Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

About Sun River Health :

Sun River Health is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing high-quality, comprehensive primary, preventive, and behavioral health services to all individuals, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. We focus on serving underserved and vulnerable populations across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island. Established in 1975, Sun River Health has grown to over 45 locations, impacting the lives of more than 250,000 patients each year.

Our organization's mission is to increase access to healthcare and improve the health outcomes of our communities. In 2018, Sun River Health merged with Brightpoint Health to create a unified network of care, expanding our reach in New York City and further enhancing the care we offer.

Position Overview :

Sun River Health is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team at the Richmond Hill Health Center in Queens, NY. The NP will work under the direction of a physician to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare, with an emphasis on preventative care and patient education. The NP will be responsible for planning, evaluating, and providing healthcare services to patients, ensuring the highest standards of care in alignment with Sun River Health's mission.

Key Responsibilities :

• Patient Care : Perform patient assessments, including taking medical histories and conducting physical examinations.
• Prevention & Education : Emphasize preventative health measures, offering education and counseling on health maintenance and lifestyle changes.
• Clinical Care : Order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe treatments for minor illnesses, and provide follow-up care. Draw blood and perform laboratory tests as necessary.
• Collaboration : Work closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure high-quality care, referring patients as needed and consulting with other team members.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring appropriate documentation is in compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Patient Monitoring : Follow up on abnormal results, including abnormal pap smears and reportable STD's, ensuring timely patient care.
• Case Conferences & Quality Improvement : Participate in case conferences, continuing education programs, provider meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Infection Control : Adhere to OSHA and CDC guidelines for infection control and safety standards, ensuring a safe clinical environment for staff and patients.
• Age-Specific Care : Provide care appropriate to the patient's age-specific needs, from infants to geriatrics.
• Teamwork & Leadership : Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to meet productivity and quality standards, while maintaining a high level of patient satisfaction.

Job Title : Nurse Practitioner

Location : Richmond Hill Health Center, Queens, NY

Position Type : Full-Time

Salary Range : $145,197 - $152,236.50 (based on experience and licensure)

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements :

Specialized Skills :

Why Join Sun River Health?

How to Apply :

If you are a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner with a passion for serving vulnerable populations and improving health outcomes, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Sun River Health. Join us in our mission to deliver high-quality healthcare to those who need it most.

Sun River Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with disabilities, to apply.

Join us at Sun River Health and be part of a dedicated team committed to providing compassionate care to our communities since 1975.

Responsibilities

Relation to Mission

The mission of Sun River Health is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care and to improve the health status of our community, especially for the underserved and vulnerable.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Americans with Disabilities Act

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 Responsibilities

The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Sun River Health may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.