ADVANCED RN PRACTITIONER-GASTROENTEROLOGY

Job Description Summary

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides consultation on nursing practice and assigned patient outcomes.
• Collaborates with physician to order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Reviews all admission data within designated time frames; determines suitability of level of care.
• Procures services and advocates for patients, families, and the hospital for scarce resources.
• Facilitates and provides necessary patient and family education on admission as needed.
• Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning conferences.
• Provides guidance during patient care conferences.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and nursing care.
• Interviews patients and completes a full comprehensive medical history and physical examination within 24 hours of admission.
• Documents all relevant patient information according to unit policies and standards.
• Initiates referrals and collaborates with medical staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinates management of patient care.
• Responds to complex situations calmly, competently, and professionally.
• Initiates and/or assists in medical emergency activities on the unit.
• Affords support to the Unit Director in assessing, evaluating, and documenting the competency of all nursing staff members.
• Provides feedback to the Unit Director on ongoing concerns, improvements, and changes.
• Promotes surveillance, prevention, and control of infections by using and teaching hygienic practices.
• Attends and actively participates in departmental meetings and in-service programs, providing positive suggestions and input.

Qualifications

• State of Florida Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License;
• ACLS Certification;
• CPR certification required.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Master of Science in Nursing degree.
• At least 1 year experience as an APRN preferred.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retail plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!