A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Sanford, FL Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Advanced practice provider Full Job Description Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Organization Overview The Central Florida Family Health Center, Inc. dba True Health is a private, not-for-profit federally qualified health center (FQHC) serving Central Florida since 1977. Our mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive healthcare at a reasonable cost to everyone.
JOB SUMMARY
The duties of a Family Medicine Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) mid-level provider includes, but are not limited to, providing accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education and follow-up care to patients ranging in age from infancy to geriatric; proper maintenance of records, under the direction of the Supervisory Physician and any other reasonable and proper duties assigned.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS 1.
Examine patients and record history 2. Adhere to proper charting protocols 3. Discuss with Physician and other health care professionals to prepare comprehensive plan 4. Order or execute tests or images as needed 5. Submit health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review by Physician 6. Analyze results of tests, diagnose and report to patient 7. Administer or prescribe treatment and medications 8. Promote health by advising patients on diet, hygiene and prevention of disease 9. Inoculate and vaccinate as required 10. Refer to specialist as required for patient's well-being 11. Perform minor surgery 12. Report deaths and contagious diseases to governmental authorities 13. Report on incidents to the Department of Risk and Compliance 14. Completion and reporting of incidents on the intranet 15. Report incidents of violence and aggression to Departments of Risk and Compliance and Human Resources 16. Report incidents of suspected child/elderly abuse and human trafficking to the proper agencies and the Department of Risk and Compliance. 17. Participate and serve on a minimum of one clinical quality committee 18. Represent True Health in the community and at community events. 19. Provide coverage for on call, as assigned 20. Participate in Peer Review Process as indicated 21. Precept and train students (MD, DO, APRN, PA, residents, fellows, etc) as assigned 22. Precept and train provider peers, as assigned 23. Respond and participate in True Health Emergencies (i.e. Nurse Stats) 24. Other responsibilities as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 1.
Must have and maintain current State of Florida license in good standing 2. Current National Board Certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 1.
Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills 2. Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability 3. Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS 1.
Prior experience using an electronic medical records system 2. Bilingual a plus, but not required (English/Spanish)
RELATIONSHIP REPORTING
Reports to the Chief Medical Officer
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients 2. Ability to collaborate with colleagues as necessary to provide quality health care 3. Ability to use a computer, printer and scanner 4. Ability to sit, stand or view a computer screen for extended periods of time 5. Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions for extended periods of time 6. Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel 7. Ability to reach with hands and arms
