Nurse Practitioner - S

Cano Health•Pembroke Pines, FL

About The Position

Under the direction of a licensed physician, the Nurse Practitioner provides medical services to patients using approved patient care protocols. The role includes collecting and documenting data, conducting diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, ordering and scheduling laboratory studies and professional consultations, and providing direct patient care. The Nurse Practitioner also formulates and implements treatment and therapeutic plans for hospitalized patients. The position provides comprehensive primary care, including assessing patients, developing treatment plans, prescribing appropriate treatment and medications, arranging referrals and ancillary services, and documenting care in the electronic medical record. The Nurse Practitioner educates patients and families about wellness and prevention, manages chronic conditions, administers routine office injections, and consults with Cano Health physicians as needed. The position works under usual office conditions and involves occasional travel or driving to assigned clinics. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nursing.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Valid nurse practitioner license.
Ability to work within a team and take direction.
Familiarity with an electronic health record medical charting system.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, maintained throughout employment.
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work extended and flexible hours and weekends as needed.
Ability to use a personal computer and remain on the phone for extended periods.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, and occasionally climb.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with eCW is highly preferred.
The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience, can work independently, and has experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary patient care by interviewing and examining patients and establishing treatment plans to address their health and wellness needs.
Prescribe appropriate medical treatment and clinical medications consistent with medical standards, and order studies, tests, and ancillary care services as required.
Create medically appropriate referrals.
Follow established rules and guidelines for evidence-based care and best clinical practice.
Document all services in the electronic patient medical record.
Regularly review chronic medical conditions requiring ongoing medical attention during office visits.
Educate patients and families about wellness, prevention, and early detection through discussion and/or educational materials and resources.
Provide routine subcutaneous, intramuscular, or intra-articular office injections according to standards of care and Cano Health care standards.
Consult and collaborate with Cano Health physicians as needed about patient care, assessment, and education for patients with complicated medical conditions.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with federal and state guidelines, regulations, and HIPAA.
Formulate and implement treatment and therapeutic plans for hospitalized patients.
Travel or drive to assigned clinics as needed.