Adv Practice Registered Nurse- College of Nursing Archer Family Health Care

University of Florida•Alachua, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Archer Family Health Care, a nurse-led rural health clinic operated by the University of Florida College of Nursing, is seeking an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to provide comprehensive, evidence-based pediatric primary care for patients from infancy through age 21. The ARNP independently assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages patients in accordance with Florida statutes, evidence-based practice guidelines, and organizational policies, with an emphasis on health promotion, disease prevention, and management of acute and chronic conditions. The role includes well-child visits, physical examinations, developmental and preventive screenings, immunizations, diagnostic evaluation, medication prescribing, referrals, care coordination, follow-up, and appropriate outpatient procedures. The ARNP collaborates with an interprofessional team and contributes to quality improvement, population health, clinical program development, and improved access and outcomes. The position also supports the College of Nursing’s academic mission by precepting and educating graduate nursing students. The clinic operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Employees work 40 hours per week, with schedules subject to variation and adjustment based on patient care, clinic operations, staffing, and coverage needs. Flexibility is required to work assigned day, evening, and weekend shifts and to participate in schedule changes and shift exchanges.

Requirements

Master’s degree with a major in nursing or another health-related area.
Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work independently and plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and collaborate with a care delivery team.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with providers and staff.
Ability to interact with the public in a courteous, friendly, and tactful manner.
Understanding of confidentiality and appropriate handling of confidential materials.
Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends, and to accommodate schedule changes and shift exchanges.
Willingness to work 40 hours per week.

Nice To Haves

Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.
Board certification as a pediatric nurse practitioner or eligibility to apply for the examination.
Two years of primary care experience.
Rural health care experience.
Precepting experience.
Knowledge of the EPIC electronic health record.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care to pediatric patients from infancy through age 21, including histories, physical examinations, developmental assessments, evaluation of acute and chronic conditions, and differential diagnoses.
Document assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient encounters in the electronic health record in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards.
Develop individualized care plans and monitor patient progress through follow-up visits and ongoing care management.
Order, perform, and interpret laboratory, diagnostic, and screening tests; evaluate results and explain findings to patients and families.
Develop and modify evidence-based treatment plans; prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with state regulations and clinical practice guidelines.
Coordinate specialist and community referrals and ensure continuity of care through coordination and follow-up.
Perform appropriate outpatient procedures within scope of practice and demonstrated competency, including skin biopsies, lesion removals, cervical cancer screenings, IUD and Nexplanon insertions and removals, wound management and suturing, and incision and drainage.
Maintain procedural competency and follow evidence-based practices, infection prevention standards, and patient safety protocols.
Precept and educate graduate nursing students through instruction, mentorship, supervision, observation, case review, teaching, and performance feedback.
Participate in monthly provider meetings, interdisciplinary team meetings, and operational planning.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, population health efforts, evidence-based practice projects, DNP scholarly projects, and clinical outcome evaluations.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and healthcare professionals to improve processes, patient outcomes, and clinic operations.
Support clinic operations, policy implementation, regulatory compliance, and organizational initiatives.
Promote health education, disease prevention, and wellness in the rural community served by the clinic.
Maintain licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements and comply with applicable federal, state, university, and clinical practice regulations.
Assist with additional clinical, administrative, and programmatic responsibilities as assigned.
Work assigned shifts during clinic operating hours, including days, evenings, and weekends, and participate in schedule changes, shift exchanges, and other staffing arrangements.