Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
KOPA, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to work at Avante at Ocala in Ocala, Florida. The role involves diagnosing and treating health conditions, promoting healthy practices, and helping ensure high-quality patient care. The Nurse Practitioner will conduct physical examinations, interpret laboratory tests, oversee patients’ health, support disease prevention, and educate patients and their families. The facility provides essential care to medically compromised residents who do not require acute care but need specialized infection-control accommodations. The Nurse Practitioner will collaborate with healthcare professionals and supervise and mentor a team of nurse practitioners. The position may require providing coverage at other Florida facilities, including 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 is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits workplace harassment and discrimination on protected grounds.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Nurse Practitioner in a skilled nursing facility.
- 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 a cool-headed manner.
- Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience.
- Valid nurse practitioner license.
- Ability to complete required AHCA Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse screening.
Responsibilities
- Examine patients and review 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, 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
