Nurse Practitioner

Community Health Centers•Leesburg, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in the delivery of comprehensive health and health maintenance to patients in ambulatory settings. The Nurse Practitioner provides outpatient comprehensive primary care service including: preventive and health maintenance services, acute and chronic care, clinical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment. Must be able to work at least 20 hours.

Requirements

Applicants who graduated on or after October 1, 1998, must have completed requirements for a Master's degree or Post-Master's degree certification.
Graduates from either a certificate or currently closed program should submit supporting documentation that demonstrates program compliance with Board guidelines.
Three to five years of experience preferred.
Current certificate issued by ANCC and/or or AANP or eligible.
Active Florida license required.
BLS certification required.
This position requires a high degree of responsibility, excellent interpersonal skills, organizational ability, problem-solving skills, and written and oral communication skills.
This position also requires a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and manual dexterity.
Ability to quickly identify problems as well as their most effective treatments.
Skilled in addressing patient care needs in a compassionate and empathetic manner.
Skilled in working in a collaborative, team-based practice.
Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional and courteous environment.
Adept at managing reasonable patient expectations and complaints.
Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Internet, electronic health records and online resources).
Logical, methodical approach to work and capable of meticulous record-keeping.
Commitment and ability to keep up to date with scientific and technological developments/literature.
Able to work flexible hours as assigned.
Able to work at other CHC locations as assigned.
This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Nice To Haves

Applicants who graduated prior to October 1, 1998 are exempt from above requirement.
DEA license preferred.
Some knowledge of accreditation standards (AAAHC, HRSA) preferred.
Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides outpatient comprehensive primary care service including: preventive and health maintenance services, acute and chronic care, clinical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment.