Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
KOPA, Inc. is hiring an Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner for Avante at Mt. Dora, a newly remodeled facility in Mount Dora, Florida. The Nurse Practitioner will diagnose and treat health conditions, promote good health practices, and help ensure high-quality patient care. The role includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting laboratory tests, overseeing patients’ health, supporting disease prevention, and educating patients and families. The facility 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 will work closely with other healthcare professionals and will also supervise and develop a team of Nurse Practitioners. Coverage at other Florida facilities may be needed, including occasional in-state travel.
Requirements
- At least one 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 the ability to remain cool-headed.
- Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience.
- Valid Nurse Practitioner license.
- Background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Responsibilities
- Examine patients and their medical records.
- Order and study 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, which may involve occasional in-state travel.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
- 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
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
