What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at 26 Health,Inc?
Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner looking for an excellent opportunity with a special interest in helping people? Interested in working with one of the fastest growing health facilities in the Central FL area? If so, we would like to talk to you!
26Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our clinical team. In this role, you will provide high-quality healthcare services to patients, working closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure that each individual receives the care they need. You will be an integral part of our healthcare system, delivering personalized care and building long-term relationships with patients.
Duties and responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care including assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care.
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations and health screenings.
- Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
- Develop treatment plans in collaboration with patients and their families, ensuring individualized care.
- Prescribe medications and therapies as appropriate.
- Educate patients on health promotion, disease prevention, and management of chronic conditions.
- Provide guidance and support for patients navigating gender identity and sexual health concerns.
- Collaborate with a team of healthcare providers including physicians, mental health specialists, and social workers.
- Document patient encounters and maintain accurate, timely records in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Diagnosing and treating STD's.
- Advocate for patients needs and coordinate care among various healthcare providers.
- Prescribes, adjusts, and monitors medications, ensuring appropriate dosages and minimizing side effects. Educates patients on medication use and potential risks.
- Takes a patient-centered approach to develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, considering their unique needs, preferences, and goals.
- Understands legal and professional responsibility of “duty to report” and proceeds according to Florida state law associated with child and elder abuse.
- Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records, including progress notes, treatment plans, and medication records, in compliance with all legal and ethical standards.
- Maintains all required licenses, board certifications, registrations, and any other required qualifications or credentials, keeping them up to date and in compliance prior to any expiration dates.
- Completes assigned annual company trainings for compliance.
- Stays current with the latest developments in the field through ongoing professional development and training.
- Adheres to clinical guidelines and best practices in patient care.
- Participates in quality improvement initiatives and contributes to the clinic's commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.
- Attends outreach events as requested.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications/Knowledge/Skills/Experience
- Valid WHNP, APRN or NP license in Florida, as well as DEA number.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative healthcare team.
- Empathy and compassion for individuals with health challenges.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Commitment to patient-centered care.
- Telemedicine experience is a plus but not required.
Working conditions
- Prolonged periods standing, walking, and/or sitting at a desk and working on a computer may be required. Work may be required in various environments as needed by project/activity.
Physical requirements
- May require the occasional ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Direct reports
- N/A
About Us
26Health is a non-profit 501c3 organization that provides care for underserved and underinsured communities. We started in 2011 with a mission to help transform the health care landscape in Central Florida for LGBTQIA communities who faced continuous barriers to quality care. Today, we are a safe space built on cultural competence that offers access to care to anyone in need - from primary care and mental wellness to adoptions, gender identity support, family services, emotional support, food, and clothing. Our rule is simple: Leave No One Behind.
Additional Information
- Background screens will be performed, and education will be verified prior to employment.
- Please be prepared to provide the required information and/or documentation.
- 26Health is a smoke-free workplace, and smoking/vaping of any kind is prohibited on all 26Health property.
- 26Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
