APRN- FLOAT

POSITION TITLE: APRN FLOAT (Family/Internal/Pediatrics)

FLSA: EXEMPT

Job Summary:

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive healthcare services by assessing, diagnosing, and managing patients' healthcare needs. The APRN works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high quality, patient-centered care. This role encompasses health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic illnesses. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conducts high-quality patient examinations, reviews medical history, documents findings, and provides primary care, acute care or determines necessary follow-up actions.
• Orders and administers diagnostic tests, such as but not limited to X-rays, electrocardiograms (EKG), and lab work, interpreting the results to guide patient care.
• Diagnose acute and chronic conditions and formulate appropriate treatment plans and or referred to specialist provider when necessary.
• Performs therapeutic procedures, including immunizations, injections, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Prescribe medications and therapies according to state guidelines and clinical protocols.
• Uses professional judgment to decide when to consult with supervising physicians regarding treatment options.
• Creates and executes patient care plans, offers patient education, and counseling, and monitors progress.
• Prescribes medications within state regulations and clinic protocols.
• Provides general health education on topics like but not limited to nutrition, family planning, emotional well-being, treatments, medications, self-care techniques and preventive care.
• Collaborates with physicians to develop care plans and make referrals when necessary.
• Refer patients to specialist, hospital or other healthcare services as needed based on clinical judgment.
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, state laws, and center policies.
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in medical treatments, technologies, medications and best practices.
• Participate in professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Demonstrates competency in caring for patients across all age groups, from neonates to geriatrics.
• Ensures timely renewal of licenses and DEA certifications.
• Travels to various sites as needed to provide coverage (travel included in salary).
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support the centers.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities to work with diverse patient populations and healthcare teams.
• Must be able to effectively manage patient care and maintain high-quality standards in environments where staffing levels may be below ideal, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks and collaborate with the team under pressure.
• Ability to use office equipment, including computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones, calculators, and more.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with electronic medical records (EMR).

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Doctorate degree in Nursing (DNP) preferred.
• At least two years' experience, preferred; APRN experience in related field preferred.
• Active APRN license in the state of Florida.
• APRN Board Certified, required.
• BLS required
• DEA Certification within 90 days is required.

Physical Requirements:

• May required to remain on their feet to extended periods.
• May work in various settings, including but not limited to outpatient clinics and hospitals.
• Must be able to lift up to 150 pounds to assist fallen patients.
• Must be able to travel to various center locations using their own vehicle.