Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
KOPA, Inc. is seeking an Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner for Avante at Leesburg in Leesburg, Florida. The Nurse Practitioner will diagnose and treat health conditions, promote good health practices, conduct physical examinations, interpret laboratory tests, and oversee patients’ health. The role combines clinical care with patient and family education about disease prevention and healthy living. The position provides essential care to medically compromised residents who do not require acute care but need specialized infection-control services that many skilled nursing facilities cannot provide. The Nurse Practitioner works closely with other healthcare professionals and supports the clinical expertise of the practice through continued learning, research, and professional discourse. Responsibilities also include supervising and developing a team of nurse practitioners, coordinating with facility leadership, refining clinical workflows, and providing coverage at other Florida facilities when needed, which may involve occasional in-state travel. The position requires background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. KOPA states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and workplace harassment based on protected characteristics.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of supervisory experience.
- Expertise in primary care, acute care, and chronic care practices.
- Knowledge of health and patient care regulations.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong ethics.
- Team spirit and a positive attitude.
- Patience and cool-headedness.
- Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience.
- Valid nurse practitioner license.
- Ability to complete required AHCA Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse screening.
Nice To Haves
- Proven experience as a Nurse Practitioner in a skilled nursing facility.
Responsibilities
- Examine patients and review their medical records.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood tests and X-rays.
- Diagnose health conditions and illnesses.
- Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases.
- Prescribe medications.
- Maintain accurate records and schedules.
- Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications.
- Educate patients and family members about diseases, epidemics, and prevention.
- Oversee patients’ overall health.
- Promote good health practices.
- Advance professional knowledge and conduct research.
- Supervise and mentor a team of nurse practitioners.
- Review documentation and provide clinical feedback.
- Lead team meetings.
- Assist with onboarding and training new nurse practitioners.
- Help monitor performance and support ongoing development.
- Act as a liaison between the nurse practitioner team and facility leadership.
- Assist in creating and refining workflows, protocols, and best practices.
- Provide coverage at other Florida facilities when needed, such as for vacation, sick leave, or coverage gaps; this may involve occasional in-state travel.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and more.
- Health and wellness programs.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
