Nurse Practitioner - OPWDD
Company: TAL Healthcare
Location: White Plains
Posted on: February 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Our client, a leading non-profit
organization providing support to individuals with developmental,
intellectual, and behavioral challenges in Westchester County, is
currently seeking experienced Nurse Practitioners with a background
in developmental disabilities to join their team. Position
Overview: Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Nurse
Practitioner will be responsible for developing and implementing
medical care plans for individuals, in collaboration with the
Individual Treatment Team (ITT) and the Individual Program Plan
(IPP). Key Responsibilities: Conduct physical exams, including
basic screenings for vision and hearing, and document findings.
Write medical orders and prescriptions for medications, devices,
and immunizations in accordance with medical protocols. Communicate
with parents/guardians regarding medical emergencies or significant
changes. Collaborate with rehabilitation staff to evaluate and
monitor individualized habilitation programs. Document relevant
information and review related documents. Coordinate with
healthcare professionals at acute care facilities. Conduct initial
exams for new admissions and provide updates on medical
information. Order diagnostic tests as needed and make diagnoses
and treatment plans. Monitor and adjust medications, including
seizure control. Perform discharge physical exams and provide
recommendations for new placements. Qualifications: Valid Nurse
Practitioner license with experience in developmental disabilities
or related fields. Strong communication skills with the ability to
work in a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of clinical protocols
for individuals with developmental, intellectual, and behavioral
challenges. Educational & Certification Requirements: Graduate of
an accredited professional nursing program (preference for Family
Practice, Pediatrics, or Rehabilitation Nursing). Current NP
license in New York State with certification through ANCC or AANP.
Valid certifications in CPR, Infection Control, and DEA. Experience
Requirements: At least one year of experience working with
individuals with developmental disabilities. Proficiency in
Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and e-prescribing platforms.
Company Description We provide full-service Healthcare Recruitment
solutions. We identify, attract, engage, and connect the best
possible talent with quality healthcare professionals. We build
teams, provide executive recruitment solutions and discover
high-performance candidates on behalf of our client partners. Our
strength lies in our proven recruitment strategies, leadership in
the larger healthcare community (regional and national), and
networking. Company Description We provide full-service Healthcare
Recruitment solutions. We identify, attract, engage, and connect
the best possible talent with quality healthcare professionals. We
build teams, provide executive recruitment solutions and discover
high-performance candidates on behalf of our client partners. Our
strength lies in our proven recruitment strategies, leadership in
the larger healthcare community (regional and national), and
networking.
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