Job Summary

About Coeur d'Alene Pediatrics

We are a pediatric primary care practice with three offices conveniently located in Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and Hayden, Idaho. We are a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. Our team is committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment, where every staff member plays a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of our patients.

Job Description

Coeur d'Alene Pediatrics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate full-time (32 hours/week) Nurse Practitioner (FNP or PNP) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for patient care. We provide comprehensive medical services to children from birth through young adult, including guidance on mental and physical growth and development by performing the following duties:

Duties and Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for performing a variety of functions, including, but not limited to:

• Reviews patient file/record, including allergies, problems, medications, well-child visits, and immunization status.
• Elicits and records information about patient's medical, developmental, social, and family history.
• Examines patient to determine general physical condition or presence of disease or injury.
• Orders or executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition.
• Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination, and diagnoses condition of patient.
• Administers or prescribes treatments as needed.
• Determines and prescribes medication, dosage, and schedule given the patient's condition and allergies.
• Prescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patient from communicable diseases.
• Discusses any possible side effects to medication or immunization with parent or patient.
• Refers patients to medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for patient's well-being.
• Follows up with patient or parent regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases.
• Establishes preventive health practices.
• Provides guidance to parent and patient regarding nutrition, safety, discipline, injury, and disease prevention.
• Provides educational materials or resources to parent or patient.
• Documents the patient's visit including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action.
• Conducts physical examinations to provide information needed for admission to school.
• Communicates and coordinates with nurses and other members of the clinical team.
• Performs minor in-office procedures.

Requirements

• Applicants must have a valid Nurse Practitioner License in the state of Idaho, in addition to being Board Certified.
• Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.)
• All Coeur d'Alene Pediatrics providers are required to be BLS and PALS certified. Course fees are reimbursed to employees and re-certification is required every two years.
• Must be able to perform work at any of the three office locations (Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, and Post Falls), as needed and be available for some evening and Saturday shifts.

Benefits

At Coeur d'Alene Pediatrics, we recognize and appreciate our team member's hard work and enthusiasm! Therefore, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package!

Benefits include:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical Insurance
• Retirement Benefits: Profit Sharing Plan & 401(k)
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time
• Other Benefits Available: Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, and even Pet Insurance!
• Incentive Bonuses