What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Family Planning position at State of Florida?
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and treat Family Planning, STI, and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV clients in accordance with established DOH protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Assess, evaluate, and manage patients in accordance with current APRN professional practice standards, evidence-based standards, and medical treatment guidelines.
- Document all observations and actions accurately and in accordance with program guidelines.
- Collect data pursuant to and evaluate patient complaints, medical histories, and physical findings.
- Order diagnostic laboratory tests for evaluation and management of patients. Interpret and evaluate laboratory results.
- Provide preventive health care services in relation to programmatic guidelines.
- Evaluate and initiate or modify the patient treatment plan.
- Presume medication and accurately document medication in the electronic medical record.
- Provide referrals for physician or specialty care when indicated.
- Perform testing procedures, venipunctures, U/A, pregnancy test, HIV testing and counseling.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Certified as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) in accordance with Florida Statute 464. F.A.C. Chapter 64 B9-4, with specialization as an Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner.
- Knowledge of statutes, rules, and regulations that pertain to the programs.
- Use of equipment and supplies related to the position.
- Medical knowledge, including skills in obtaining vital signs, medical histories, and various procedures.
- Initiative, interpersonal skills, technology skills, time management, motivational skills, human relations, communication skills, and customer service skills.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Benefits
The State of Florida offers a highly competitive set of employee benefits, including annual and sick leave benefits, nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year, state group insurance coverage options, retirement plan options, flexible spending accounts, tuition waivers, and more.
