Advance Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

Palms Medical Group•Live Oak, FL

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) works independently or in collaboration with other healthcare professionals to provide services within their specialty. At Palms Medical Group (PMG), the APRN provides care tailored to the family unit across the patient’s lifespan, including direct care, health promotion, disease prevention, and counseling. PMG is a not-for-profit Federally Qualified Health Center serving underserved communities with affordable primary and preventive care.

Requirements

Be organized, self-starting, and detail-oriented.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Follow safety and OSHA requirements.
Maintain appropriate certifications.
Undergo credentialing, utilization, and peer reviews.
Be able to use Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel.
Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
Hold a current and valid APRN license in the State of Florida.
Hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Effectively and tactfully communicate complex or technical information to coworkers, patients, and vendors.

Responsibilities

Provide medical services to PMG patients within the APRN’s field of training and in accordance with PMG policies, procedures, and protocols.
Identify as an APRN and wear an identification badge at all times.
Greet and treat patients professionally.
Educate, counsel, and guide patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
Prescribe medication within the APRN’s scope of practice and applicable state and federal laws.
Develop treatment plans for acute and chronic diseases.
Perform diagnostic tests, screening evaluations, and patient examinations.
Provide other services granted through delineation of privileges.
Be available after hours to treat or triage medical conditions.
Share in coverage for PMG extended office hours as approved by the Board of Directors.
Read and adhere to the Provider Policy Manual.
Assist with medical data collection for UDS and grant applications.
Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities as directed by the CMO.
Carry out corporate responsibilities related to patient charges and third-party reimbursement.
Maintain electronic health records in accordance with PMG policies and procedures.
Advise appropriate management personnel of perceived problems with PMG operations.
Participate in community service and health promotion programs.
Participate in reviews of medical policies, procedures, and protocols.
Perform other duties assigned by the CMO or CEO to improve PMG efficiency.
Travel to and cover other sites during provider absences.
Coach, mentor, and train clinical staff.