Nurse Practitioner-PACE Program-Cape Coral

Chapters Health System•Fort Myers, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Chapters Health System is a progressive leader and premier health organization dedicated to delivering innovative care throughout chronic illness progression and beyond. Since 1983, as a community-based, not-for-profit organization, Chapters Health has provided choices, education, and guidance through its managed affiliates, including Hope Healthcare. This position offers the opportunity to provide specialized care for individuals with complex needs related to life-changing illness, making a long-lasting and positive impact by providing compassionate care, reliable expertise, and life-changing inspiration across service areas throughout SW Florida. The role involves working as part of the Chapters Health Team, committed to outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service.

Requirements

Advanced Nursing Degree, Master’s level from accredited nursing school.
Current unrestricted APRN license, Florida.
Must possess/be eligible for Medicare license as a participating provider.
DEA license required.
Must possess a valid driver’s license in the state of Florida, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
Certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical care and palliative medicine.
Consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
Submission through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for eligibility verification.

Nice To Haves

Specialty in Adult Health, Primary Care, and Geriatrics preferred.
Hospice or Palliative Care experience.
Certification in Hospice and Palliative nursing.
Medicaid eligibility (preferred for Medicare license).
Credentialing through ANCC as a NP.

Responsibilities

Administer quality primary care in a professional manner which supports the patient and families.
Provide documentation in the patient record that meets criteria for good medical practice, addresses legal mandates, and adequately supports billing codes.
Provide float coverage for other PACE centers as needed.
Provide on-call coverage for patient/families on a rotation basis.
Communicate successfully with other Hope Healthcare services employees, the public, and community physicians.
Assist the Medical Director in maintaining 24 hour, 7 day per week medical coverage for PACE patients in Hope Hospice facilities and services.
Participate in Hope PACE medical staff meetings and complete any mandatory continuing medical education activities.
Participate in Quality Assurance activities approved by the administration.
Follow federal and state laws regarding medication prescription.
Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment.
Carry out duties and responsibilities in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service.
Proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor when unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities.
Assist with special projects, as requested.
Perform all other job duties as may be assigned.