Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Behavioral Health

Geisinger

State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis
Treatment and follow-up care
Prescribing appropriate medication
In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients, demonstrating autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care

Job Summary

  • In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients, demonstrating autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care.
  • Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication and therapeutic regimen within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner.
  • We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

Matching Summary

In collaboration with the physician, provides care to new or established patients, demonstrating autonomy through patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis
  • Treatment and follow-up care
  • Prescribing appropriate medication
  • Electronic medical record entries
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Patient advocacy and education

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative environment
  • Commitment to excellence
  • Continuous learning and innovation
  • Safe and ethical care provision

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree-Nurse Practitioner
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania)
  • Child & adolescent experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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