Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care (Pediatrics)

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care (Pediatrics)
Location: Fort Drum U.S. Army Medical Department Activity
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide high-quality primary care services in a pediatric-focused clinic at Fort Drum. This role supports active-duty service members and their families within a military treatment facility, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care for infants through adolescents.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive health assessments for pediatric patients (infants through adolescents)
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and diagnostics
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
• Prescribe medications, immunizations, and therapeutic interventions
• Manage common pediatric illnesses, chronic diseases, and minor injuries
• Provide preventive care, including well-child exams and developmental screenings

Patient & Family Education

• Educate families on growth, development, and health maintenance
• Counsel on medication use, safety, and follow-up care
• Promote preventive health practices and lifestyle guidance

Collaboration & Coordination

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals
• Coordinate referrals and specialty care follow-ups
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EHR system
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and military healthcare policies
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance evaluations

Military Environment Support

• Deliver care within a military treatment facility setting
• Support medical readiness initiatives (e.g., immunizations, reporting)
• Collaborate with military healthcare teams serving active-duty members and dependents

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
• Minimum 2+ years of Nurse Practitioner experience
• Strong clinical knowledge of pediatric growth, development, and conditions
• Demonstrated ability to assess, diagnose, and manage patient care independently
• Experience with diagnostic interpretation and treatment planning
• Prescriptive authority in accordance with applicable regulations
• Strong communication and patient/family education skills
• Experience in multidisciplinary team environments
• Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation

Certifications & Compliance

• Current BLS certification (required)
• PALS and/or ACLS (as applicable)
• Knowledge of HIPAA, VA, and federal/state healthcare regulations
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and confidentiality

Why Join This Opportunity

• Serve military families in a mission-driven healthcare environment
• Stable, full-time role with structured clinical responsibilities
• Collaborative, team-based care model
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in pediatric primary care