***Bilingual providers (who speak English fluently/effectively) are strongly preferred.* Our patients speak primarily English and Spanish.***

**Providers should be prepared to see patients of all ages, and be certified as a family nurse practitioner and legally able to do so.

***Providers will be needed to work at some of our multiple locations in Lehigh Acres and Fort Myers depending on need.***

***DOT certification is a big plus. Providers without a DOT exam certification may need to obtain one while working.***

**Providers should be able to perform venipuncture as well as place IV's (for IV rehydration)**

We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices. As an advanced practice registered nurse, you’ll be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible. The job description of a nurse practitioner includes conducting physical exams, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients’ health. You’ll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives.

Very important: Extensive clinical experience in primary care and patient care management is vital, as we need to consistently monitor our populations for compliance to HEDIS measures such as routine preventive care and adherence to their medications.

As a Nurse Practitioner, you’ll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important. If you’re reliable, dedicated to advancing your knowledge and look forward to treating patients from all walks of life in various settings, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients and their medical records
• Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.)
• Diagnose health conditions and illnesses
• Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases
• Prescribe medications
• Perform in-house injections and medication administration
• Maintain accurate records and schedules
• Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications
• Educate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics and prevention
• Promote good health practices

Skills

• DOT Certification is a plus
• Valid nurse practitioner license
• Proven experience as Family Nurse Practitioner in a clinic, hospital, ER or other setting. Experience with home visits/house calls is a plus
• Expertise in primary care, acute care and chronic care practices
• Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
• Knowledge of best practices for pts with many different types of health insurance
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong ethics
• Team spirit, positive attitude
• Patience and cool-headedness
• Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience
• Master’s degree; PhD is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Medical office
• Multiple locations

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• HEDIS: 2 years (Preferred)
• Risk Adjustment: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• fluent Spanish (Preferred)
• fluent English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (Required)
• DOT Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Auburndale, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations