Hybrid APRN- Pediatric presso Suncoast Community Health Centers Inc.

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.
• 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.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and/or interpret complicated program instructions and Florida laws.
• Ability to use office equipment, including computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones, calculators, and more.
• 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 patients.
• May be exposed to adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, blood borne pathogens, physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.) and chemical hazards.
• Must be able to travel to various center locations using their own vehicle.