PA/APRN - Baptist Urgent Care Airport

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides a comprehensive health assessment and evaluation for patients in the clinic under the supervision of the medical director. This position provides health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a physician including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. This position works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. The APRN orders and interprets appropriate tests i.e. labs, EKG, and Xrays under physician supervision.

Responsibilities

What you will do

• Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate examination.
• Orders or performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
• Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient messages.

Qualifications

Qualifications Minimum Education

• Education must comply with state licensing board education requirements Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Advanced Practitice Registered Nurse Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Builds trust and rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and timely, professional responses to inquiries, ensuring a positive and supportive care experience.
• Demonstrated clear understanding of quality improvement and patient satisfaction.
• Strong analytical and decision making skills.
• Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.
• Skill in usage of medical diagnostic equipment, as well as working knowledge of instruments and supplies required to perform clinical procedures and physical examinations.
• Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications and electronic medical records systems and document preparation.
• Knowledge of insurance and medical terminology, coding, collections, and federal / state laws governing medical compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and team skills.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.

About Us

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

Job Info

• Job Identification 10948
• Job Category Advanced Practice Provider
• Locations 5100 N 12th Ave, Pensacola, FL, 32504, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Varies
• Work Environment On Site
• FTE 1.0 FT