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Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care
Company : Essen Health Care
Location : Bronx, NY, 10451
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Overview
At Essen Health Care, we care for that!
As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.
Essen Health Care is the place Where Care Comes Together! We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. With over 1,100 employees and 400+ Practitioners, we care for over 250,000 patients annually in New York City and beyond. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!
Job Summary
Job Summary: The Nurse Practitioner will be part of Essen growing medical professionals. Your primary responsibility will be to provide advanced primary and/or specialty care to our patients. Responsibilities will include but not limited to, performing physical exams, recording patient medical history, creating care plans and administering diagnostic test.
Responsibilities
- Examines, diagnoses and treats patients
- Ensures fulfillment of Essen Health Care commitment for ensuring quality care
- Diagnoses and treats variety of diseases in general practice
- Collects, records and maintains accurate patient information
- Documents items such as: past medical, family, and social history, review of systems, examinations, medications, allergies, assessment and plan
- Orders or executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition
- Analyzes reports and findings of tests and of examination, and diagnoses condition
- Administers or prescribes treatments
- Orders lab and imaging tests to determine and manage an immediate treatment plan
- Vaccinates patients to immunize patients from communicable diseases
- Advises patients concerning diet, hygiene, and methods for prevention of disease
- Consult with appropriate medical specialist when necessary; refer patient to subspecialists within network
Qualifications
- Master s Degree in a Nurse Practitioner Program: Family or Adult Geriatrics
- Current New York State License as a Nurse Practitioner.
- National Board Certification require
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
- Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC)
- Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus
- EMR/EHR experience a plus
- New Grads are Encourage to Apply
Salary: $135,000-$150,000
Salary may reflect bonuses/incentives
Equal Opportunity Employer
Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.
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Frequently asked questions
Bronx offers a unique patient demographic with a high demand for community-focused primary care NPs. The area's diverse and underserved population requires culturally competent care, differing from the faster-paced environments in Manhattan or Brooklyn. This setting often involves more home-based care and chronic disease management.
In addition to national certifications like AANP or ANCC, Bronx employers often value bilingual skills, especially Spanish, due to the large Hispanic community. Certifications related to population health and home health care are also advantageous given the area's emphasis on comprehensive, community-driven care.
Primary care NPs blend advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic skills, and chronic disease management with patient education. Their ability to develop holistic care plans and coordinate with specialists sets them apart from registered nurses or clinical nurse specialists focusing on narrower scopes.
Daily tasks include evaluating patient symptoms, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, managing treatment plans, and counseling patients on preventive health. This role requires balancing acute care with long-term wellness strategies, tailoring care to diverse patient needs.
Many NPs progress into leadership roles within clinical operations, specialize in areas like women’s health or geriatrics, or pursue roles in healthcare education and policy. Continuing education and certifications broaden opportunities in both clinical and administrative tracks.
Essen Health Care fosters an environment rich in multidisciplinary collaboration and offers access to telehealth tools and diverse patient populations. The organization encourages continual learning, providing resources for certification renewal and specialization, enhancing NP clinical expertise.
Essen emphasizes integrated care across multiple specialties, offering NPs a broad scope including urgent care and home visits. Their commitment to underserved communities and population health models creates a practice environment focused on innovation and comprehensive patient support.
The salary typically falls between $135,000 and $150,000 annually, often including performance bonuses. This range reflects the complexity of care provided, the organization's size, and the cost of living in Bronx while remaining competitive within the NYC healthcare market.
Absolutely, Spanish fluency enhances communication with a substantial portion of Essen’s patient base, improving care quality and patient satisfaction. While not mandatory, bilingual skills are highly valued and can distinguish applicants in this diverse community.