Nurse Practitioner (Bronx)

Job OpportunityReports to the collaborating physician at the contracted facility.This employee will work as part of the PCMH team with the following essential duties and responsibilities:Participates as a member of committees, including peer review, as requested by the CMO.Chart completion is consistent with CFH P/P.Reaches out and engages clients with appropriate concern for their health and other needs.Obtains health histories and performs physical examinations and screenings, including testing for HIV on-site.Assesses and treats common, acute, and chronic illnesses, including HIV/AIDS (following approved protocols); refer clients when necessary to the provider's facility or another appropriate facility; follow up on such referrals.Conducts health screening services.Makes every effort to provide and assure ongoing medical service, including a continuum of care for persons with HIV/AIDSAdvises and counsels clients about their physical and mental health.Provides consultation and training to on-site staff and volunteers where appropriate.Assists with the identification, counseling, and care coordination, with case management and health education, of mental health and substance abuse problems.Works in a non-traditional environment; e.g., the non-clinic facility where homeless people congregateQualifications:New York State Nurse Practitioner LicenseCommitment to serving the underprivilegedFlexible and able to function in a nontraditional setting.Pay Range: $150,000 - $155,000