Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Job Description

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides a comprehensive health assessment and evaluation for patients in the clinic under the supervision of the medical director. This position provides health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a physician including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. The APRN works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care.

The APRN orders and interprets appropriate tests, including labs, EKG, and X-rays under physician supervision.

What you will do:

• Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate examination.
• Orders or performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
• Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/email.
• Functioning in a "First Assist" capacity to physician in the operating room, as outlined in the Medical Staff Bylaws. If applicable.

• Education must comply with state licensing board education requirements (Required).
• 0-1 year Relevant experience in developing and running patient care programs (Preferred).
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Florida (Required).
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association (Required).

• Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing inclusive of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapeutics, basic nutrition, behavioral factors, psychosocial/family systems, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making, and alternative treatment modalities (High proficiency).
• Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems (High proficiency).
• Strong analytical and decision making skills (High proficiency).
• Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients (High proficiency).
• Skill in usage of medical diagnostic equipment, as well as working knowledge of instruments and supplies required to perform clinical procedures and physical examinations (High proficiency).
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one (Medium proficiency).
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access), database management, and electronic medical records systems and document preparation (Medium proficiency).
• Knowledge of insurance and medical terminology, coding, collections, and federal/state laws governing medical compliance (Medium proficiency).
• Ability to document and utilize electronic health record applications (High proficiency).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (High proficiency).
• Strong interpersonal and team skills (High proficiency).

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA.

Additional information about this requirement can be found here:
Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse