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West Seneca, NY
Full-time | On-site
Facility: Trinity OBGYN West Seneca
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.066667
Bargaining Unit: Trinity Medical
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: Yes
Work Schedule: Days
Hours:
M-F 8:00-4:30
Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) functions within the organized healthcare system as defined by the Bylaws of the Medical Staff of Trinity Medical and New York State Law. The NP collaborates with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive care to GYN, pregnant and laboring woman within their scope of practice. The NP uses the processes of assessment, diagnosis, management, and evaluation to provide care that integrates the psychosocial and physical needs of women. The NP obtains history and performs physical examinations to evaluate and coordinate patient care within the OB-GYN Department. Along with physicians, nurses and other members of the healthcare team, the NP strives to ensure the provision of quality patient care leading to optimal outcomes. The NP works in collaboration with the OB/GYN Department Chairman, attending physicians, and Nursing Services.
Participates in patient and family teaching. Provides leadership by working cooperatively with health care team members in maintaining standards for professional practice in the clinical setting. Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, with current NYS license required
Completion of an accredited Masters Level or higher program for Woman’s Health Practitioner or a Family Nurse Practitioner required
Current NYS licensure as a Women’s Health Practitioner or a Family Nurse Practitioner required
Nurse Practitioner Certification required
If a Family Nurse Practitioner, must show education in or successfully complete the following the following Educational Modules by the National Certification Corporation (NCC) within one year of hire:
Pharmacology in Pregnancy (5 hours)
Maternal Physiology (5 hours)
Fetal Assessment (2 hours)
Maternal Risk Factors (2 hours)
Menstrual Disorders (10 hours)
Reproductive Age Issues in Women’s Health (10 hours)
WB1924 Maternal Conditions Affecting Pregnancy Outcomes (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/609) (10.00) hours
WB1907 Ultrasound in Pregnancy (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/596) (5.00) hours
WB1929 Sepsis in Obstetrics (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/624) (5.00) hours
WB1931 The Prenatal Patient- Common Issues and Concerns (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/617) (10.00) hours
WB1926 Postpartum Complications: Attention to Warning Signs (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/610) (5.00) hours
WB2014 Immediate Postpartum Care and Beyond (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/644) (5.00) hours
WB2050 Preeclampsia, Eclampsia and other Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/640) (10.00) hours
WB2048 Pharmacology: Special Populations (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/636) (10.00) hours
WB1918 Safe Opioid Prescribing & Use for Chronic Pain (https://www.nccwebsite.org/Course/Detail/606) (10.00) hours
Meets credentialing requirements as appropriate through Medical Staff office required
BLS certification required
ACLS certification required
NRP certification required
Electronic Fetal Monitor (EFM) Certification within one year of date of hire required
EXPERIENCE
One (1) to three (3) years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred
Experience as a nurse on Labor and Delivery or OB/GYN office preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a stressful situation
Demonstrates excellent communication and customer service skills
Computer literate
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is demanding and stressful at times
Visual and auditory acuity are essential
Works indoors in a well-lit, well ventilated area
May be exposed to communicable diseases
On-call coverage
Nurse Practitioner roles involve advanced clinical practice including health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment management. NPs often specialize in family practice, pediatrics, psychiatry, or acute care and hold prescriptive authority in most states.
Practicing in NY requires licensure through the New York State Education Department — Mental Health Practitioners. Prospective practitioners should verify current licensing requirements, continuing education obligations, and supervised experience hours directly with the board before applying.