Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
KOPA, Inc. is seeking an Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner for the newly remodeled Avante at St. Cloud in St. Cloud, Florida. The practitioner will diagnose and treat health conditions, promote good health practices, and help ensure high-quality care for residents who need specialized infection-control support but do not require acute care. Many of these residents need temporary placement because other skilled nursing facilities cannot meet their specialized needs. The role includes examining patients, interpreting diagnostic tests, overseeing residents’ health, and educating patients and their families about conditions, medications, disease prevention, and epidemics. The practitioner will collaborate with healthcare professionals and lead, supervise, and develop a team of nurse practitioners. Responsibilities also include supporting workflows and protocols, liaising with facility leadership, and providing coverage at other Florida facilities when needed, which may involve occasional in-state travel. Employment requires background screening through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a nurse practitioner in a skilled nursing facility.
- 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 a cool-headed approach.
- Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience.
- Valid nurse practitioner license.
- Completion of background screening through the AHCA Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
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 and 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
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
