Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner

Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner NeededKOPA, Inc. is looking for a Nurse Practitioner to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices. This position will be at Avante at Boca Raton.As an advanced practice registered nurse, you'll be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible. The job description of a nurse practitioner includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients' health. You'll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives.As a Nurse Practitioner, you'll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important. If you're dedicated to advancing your knowledge and clinical expertise through research and professional discourse, we'd like to meet you.We will be providing essential care to a very compromised group of individuals who do not require acute care, however, due to specialized infection control needs of these residents, many other skilled nursing facilities are unable to provide this level of care and therefore these residents are in need of temporary placement.Responsibilities:Examine patients and their medical recordsOrder and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.)Diagnose health conditions and illnessesPropose treatments for chronic and infectious diseasesPrescribe medicationsMaintain accurate records and schedulesInform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medicationsEducate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics and preventionOversee patients' overall healthPromote good health practicesAdvance professional knowledge and conduct researchSupervise and mentor a team of nurse practitionersReview documentation and provide clinical feedbackLead team meetingsAssist with onboarding and training of new NPsHelp monitor performance and support ongoing developmentAct as a liaison between the NP team and facility leadershipAssist in creating and refining workflows, protocols, and best practicesProvide coverage at other Florida facilities when needed (e.g., vacation, sick leave, or coverage gaps), which may involve occasional in-state travelSkills:Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a skilled nursing facility, minimum 1 year of supervisory experienceExpertise in primary care, acute care and chronic care practicesKnowledge of health and patient care regulationsExcellent communication skillsStrong ethicsTeam spirit with a positive attitudePatience and cool-headednessWillingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experienceValid nurse practitioner licenseBenefits:Competitive CompensationComprehensive Insurance Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more!)Health and Wellness Programs to Keep you Feeling Your BestRetirement plan with employer match.Paid Time Off & Holidays to RechargeContinuing education and professional development opportunities.Supportive and Collaborative work environment.If you are passionate about patient care and a rewarding work environment, Don't Hesitate- Apply Today!