What are the responsibilities and job description for the APRN- Family Medicine position at Suncoast Community Health Centers Inc.?
POSITION TITLE: APRN (Family/Internal/Pediatrics)
FLSA: EXEMPT
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Conducts high-quality patient examinations, reviews medical history, documents findings, and provides primary care, acute care or determines necessary follow-up actions.
- Orders and administers diagnostic tests, such as but not limited to X-rays, electrocardiograms (EKG), and lab work, interpreting the results to guide patient care.
- Diagnose acute and chronic conditions and formulate appropriate treatment plans and or referred to specialist provider when necessary.
- Performs therapeutic procedures, including immunizations, injections, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
- Prescribe medications and therapies according to state guidelines and clinical protocols.
- Uses professional judgment to decide when to consult with supervising physicians regarding treatment options.
- Creates and executes patient care plans, offers patient education, and counseling, and monitors progress.
- Prescribes medications within state regulations and clinic protocols.
- Provides general health education on topics like but not limited to nutrition, family planning, emotional well-being, treatments, medications, self-care techniques and preventive care.
- Collaborates with physicians to develop care plans and make referrals when necessary.
- Refer patients to specialist, hospital or other healthcare services as needed based on clinical judgment.
- Maintain detailed and accurate medical records in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, state laws, and center policies.
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in medical treatments, technologies, medications and best practices.
- Participate in professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Demonstrates competency in caring for patients across all age groups, from neonates to geriatrics.
- Ensures timely renewal of licenses and DEA certifications.
- Travels to various sites as needed to provide coverage.
- Perform additional tasks as needed to support the centers.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal abilities to work with diverse patient populations and healthcare teams.
- Must be able to effectively manage patient care and maintain high-quality standards in environments where staffing levels may be below ideal, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks and collaborate with the team under pressure.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to understand and/or interpret complicated program instructions and Florida laws.
- Ability to perform precise manipulations through the regular use of office equipment, including computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones, calculators, and more.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient with electronic medical records (EMR).
Education and Experience:
- Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) required.
- Doctorate degree in Nursing (DNP) preferred.
- At least two years' experience, preferred; APRN experience in related field preferred.
- Active APRN license in the state of Florida.
- APRN Board Certified required.
- BLS required
- DEA in the state of Florida required.
Physical Requirements:
- May required to remain on their feet to extended periods.
- May work in various settings, including but not limited to outpatient clinics and hospitals.
- Must be able to lift up to 150 pounds to assist patients.
- May be exposed to adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions, blood borne pathogens, physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.) and chemical hazards.
- Must be able to travel to various center locations using their own vehicle.