ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSE - 64000822

State of Florida • Yulee, FL

33d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse assesses, evaluates, and manages patients in accordance with professional practice standards, evidence-based standards, medical treatment guidelines, program guidelines, and consultation with a supervising physician when indicated. The position collects and evaluates patient complaints, medical histories, physical findings, and laboratory results; orders diagnostic laboratory tests; and provides preventive health care services. It evaluates and initiates or modifies treatment plans, prescribes medication, documents medication in the electronic medical record, and refers patients for physician or specialty care when appropriate.

For Family Planning patients, the role initiates and manages contraceptive methods following evaluation, history-taking, laboratory testing, and physical assessment and examination. It educates and counsels patients on oral contraceptives, Depo-Provera injections, natural family planning, and long-acting reversible contraceptives. The APRN documents observations and actions accurately and promptly in the Health Management System, follows program timelines, and participates in performance and process improvement activities, including quarterly chart reviews.

The position serves various clinic locations in Nassau County, Florida, including Yulee, Callahan, and Fernandina Beach, and may require travel between clinic sites for coverage. Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days.

Requirements

• Licensure in Florida as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
• Certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, and Rule 64B9, Florida Administrative Code.
• Master’s degree.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience as an APRN.
• Completion of a nursing graduate program in family practice.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and assorted software.
• Competence using equipment and supplies related to the position.
• Ability to provide Patient/Family Centered Care.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English.
• Willingness to travel to multiple clinic sites in Nassau County as needed for coverage.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of clinical experience as an APRN.
• 1 year of experience in Women’s Health.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, and manage patients according to APRN professional practice standards, evidence-based standards, medical treatment guidelines, and program guidelines, consulting a supervising physician when indicated.
• Accurately document observations and actions in accordance with program guidelines and prescribed timelines.
• Collect and evaluate patient complaints, medical histories, and physical findings.
• Order diagnostic laboratory tests and interpret and evaluate results.
• Provide preventive health care services in accordance with programmatic guidelines.
• Evaluate and initiate or modify patient treatment plans.
• Prescribe medication and accurately document it in the electronic medical record.
• Refer patients for physician or specialty care when indicated.
• Initiate and manage contraceptive methods for Family Planning patients following evaluation, history, laboratory testing, physical assessment, and examination.
• Educate and counsel patients about oral contraceptives, Depo-Provera injections, natural family planning, and long-acting reversible contraceptives.
• Document observations and actions accurately and promptly in the Health Management System (HMS).
• Participate in performance and process improvement initiatives, including quarterly chart reviews.
• Travel to multiple clinic sites in Nassau County as needed for coverage.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level