Sulzbacher Center – APRN – Full Time – Downtown
Categories Healthcare
Expires Mar 31, 2023
Description
Job Title: Primary Care APRN
Department: Health Services
Reports To: Medical Director, Integrated Health or designee
FLSA Status : Full-Time
COVID -19 Vaccination Policy : As a condition of employment, Sulzbacher requires all new hires to report and provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to their initial start date
SUMMARY
The Primary Care APRN provides health care to the patients of the Sulzbacher Clinics (including the Mobile Health Outreach Clinic) under the supervision of the Clinic physician. The APRN acts in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Nurse Practice Act and is fully licensed in the State of Florida. He/she actively collaborates with other healthcare providers to ensure holistic patient care, and maintains documentation and patient records in accordance with regulatory and Center policies.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential duties and responsibilities
1. Maintains productivity levels while providing quality medical care to eligible patients including diagnosis, preventative care and treatment, medication management and referrals for other services as needed 2. Promotes positive health behaviors and self-care skills through education and counseling 3. Evaluates effectiveness of treatment programs on patient progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives 4. Completes all relevant charting, documentation and follow-up. Maintains patient-related paperwork, including federal and state mandated forms, patient diagnostic records and progress notes 5. Maintains knowledge of new developments in primary health by reading professional literature, attending courses and seminars and establishing/maintaining contact with other healthcare agencies 6. Participates in quality assurance/improvement and risk management efforts 7. May coordinate or direct employee workshops, courses or training about primary health issues as appropriate 8. Coordinate patient care with members of the Housing Team and other Sulzbacher Clinic departments with a particular focus on integrated care. 9. Participate in all appropriate team meetings and required training sessions. 10. Maintain active, unrestricted APRN license. 11. Be comfortable working with individuals living on the street or in the woods as well as in a clinic setting. 12. Participates in other clinical or administrative projects as assigned by the Medical Director or designee. RESIDENT, GUEST AND INTERNAL CUSTOMER FOCUS The Primary Care APRN is sensitive to cultural, spiritual and practical needs of resident, families, guests and staff members in all interactions. He/she provides positive feedback and comments about the quality of work and effort that have been offered by patients, residents, families and coworkers, and adjusts priorities and schedules to meet specific customer needs. The Clinician reports and/or corrects problems related to safety, cleanliness and comfort of resident, patient and work areas, and follows Universal Precautions and Infection Control techniques. He/she demonstrates an understanding of their role in facility safety plans and procedures related to fire, weather and other disasters.
Qualifications
Current valid Florida APRN License - ANCC Certification - Master’s Degree in nursing from an accredited university
Education and Experience
At least one year experience in a clinical setting - Excellent interpersonal and time management skills - Excellent written/oral communications skills - Customer service focused - Ability to pass a Level II Background Screening. Physical/Mental Demands & Working Conditions: - Transportation and valid driver’s license - Ability to work in a fast paced environment - Ability to work various shifts if required to ensure that primary care services are adequately administered - Able to travel locally - Be able to provide high quality, person centered care in a variety of settings including the outdoors - Must be able to lift 20 pounds.