ARNP

CAMELOT COMMUNITY CARE INC•South Highpoint, FL

1d•$49 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) serves on the Pinellas County Child Protection Team (CPT), a multidisciplinary program that evaluates and assesses children with suspected abuse or neglect. Based in Clearwater, Florida, the position provides specialized medical services to children throughout Pinellas County. The APP conducts medical evaluations and consultations, reviews medical records, and develops objective, evidence-based medical opinions regarding suspected child maltreatment, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, medical neglect, and other forms of abuse or neglect. The APP collaborates with the CPT Medical Director and Medical Lead, child protective investigators, law enforcement, the State Attorney’s Office, healthcare providers, and other community partners to support child safety and well-being. The role requires a foundation in pediatric medicine, sound clinical judgment, strong documentation skills, and the ability to explain complex medical information effectively. Previous child protection medicine or forensic examination experience is not required; specialized training will be provided. The APP completes required child abuse evaluation training and employer-provided Pediatric Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (P-SANE) training, demonstrates competency in forensic examinations and evidence collection, and obtains and maintains clinical privileges at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. The employer covers associated privileging expenses. The position includes scheduled on-call coverage, typically 2–4 days per week depending on staffing and operational needs. On-call duties take place outside standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may involve responding in person to acute sexual abuse examinations or hospital-based consultations.

Requirements

For the Nurse Practitioner (APRN) pathway: an MSN or DNP degree from an accredited advanced practice nursing program.
For the Nurse Practitioner (APRN) pathway: graduate preparation as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner.
For the Nurse Practitioner (APRN) pathway: current national board certification as CPNP-PC, CPNP-AC, FNP-C, or FNP-BC.
For the Nurse Practitioner (APRN) pathway: a current, unrestricted Florida Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license.
For the Physician Assistant (PA-C) pathway: graduation from an accredited physician assistant program.
A foundation in pediatric medicine, sound clinical judgment, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to communicate complex medical information effectively.
Ability to meet the role’s training, competency, on-call, and hospital clinical privileging requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations of children referred for suspected abuse or neglect, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, and medical neglect.
Obtain and review relevant medical histories, interview patients and caregivers as appropriate, and perform age-appropriate physical examinations.
Assess clinical findings and formulate objective, evidence-based medical opinions regarding suspected child maltreatment.
Identify medical conditions that may mimic or contribute to findings concerning for abuse or neglect.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies, including laboratory testing and medical imaging, as clinically indicated and within scope of practice.
Recommend additional medical evaluation, treatment, specialty referrals, and follow-up care as appropriate.
Perform acute sexual abuse examinations, including forensic evidence collection when indicated, after completing required training and competency assessment.
Review medical records in suspected child abuse or neglect cases, including complex cases of medical neglect and medical child abuse (Munchausen by Proxy).
Analyze medical histories, diagnostic findings, treatment recommendations, and healthcare utilization patterns to develop evidence-based medical assessments.
Prepare detailed written medical record review reports describing relevant findings, clinical interpretations, and medical opinions.
Provide medical consultations to child protective investigators, law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and other multidisciplinary partners.
Collaborate with hospital-based providers and pediatric specialists on complex cases, including suspected abusive head trauma and other serious injuries.
Prepare comprehensive, accurate, and timely medical reports in accordance with CPT protocols and Department of Health requirements.
Maintain complete and confidential medical records, including histories, examination findings, diagnostic results, body diagrams, photographs, and recommendations.
Communicate medical findings and recommendations clearly and objectively, and complete clinical documentation and administrative reporting within established timeframes.
Participate in multidisciplinary case staffings, medical case reviews, interagency meetings, and case discussions with the CPT Medical Director and Medical Lead as appropriate.
Provide medical expertise to investigative partners throughout child protection investigations and legal proceedings, including explaining the significance of findings and possible medical explanations.
Provide objective, evidence-based medical testimony in dependency and criminal court proceedings when subpoenaed or otherwise required.
Prepare for court appearances by reviewing relevant medical records, examination findings, and case documentation, and communicate medical information clearly to legal professionals and the court.
Participate in scheduled on-call coverage, typically 2–4 days per week depending on staffing and operational needs.
During on-call coverage, triage urgent referrals and consult with investigative partners and healthcare professionals, including responding in person to acute sexual abuse examinations and hospital-based consultations when clinically indicated.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary partners to determine appropriate medical evaluation and response.
Complete required child abuse and neglect evaluation training and employer-provided P-SANE training, and demonstrate competency in forensic examination and evidence collection.
Obtain and maintain clinical privileges at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
Participate in continuing education, peer review, quality assurance, and professional development; maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practices, medical literature, and clinical guidelines related to child maltreatment.
Participate in community education and professional training activities as requested.