Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
KOPA, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to diagnose and treat health conditions and promote good health practices. This role, based at Avante at Jacksonville, involves conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests, and overseeing patient health. The Nurse Practitioner will act as a health practitioner and educator, supporting disease prevention and healthy living. Collaboration with other healthcare professionals is essential, requiring a team spirit and positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving skills, and communication abilities are important. The position focuses on providing essential care to a compromised group of individuals who do not require acute care but need specialized infection control, often unavailable in other skilled nursing facilities. This role requires dedication to advancing knowledge and clinical expertise through research and professional discourse.
Requirements
- Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a skilled nursing facility, minimum 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 with a positive attitude
- Patience and cool-headedness
- Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience
- Valid nurse practitioner license
Responsibilities
- Examine patients and their medical records
- Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.)
- 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 their family members on 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 of new NPs
- Help monitor performance and support ongoing development
- Act as a liaison between the NP team and facility leadership
- Assist in creating and refining workflows, protocols, and best practices
- Provide coverage at other Florida facilities when needed (e.g., vacation, sick leave, or coverage gaps), which may involve occasional in-state travel
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!)
- Health and Wellness Programs to Keep you Feeling Your Best
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid Time Off & Holidays to Recharge
- 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
