APRN Inpatient

About the Role

Functions as a health care provider in an inpatient setting, delivering evidence-based care under the general supervision of a physician. This includes diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative health care services.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and counsels patients on health promotion and maintenance.
• Executes diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as indicated.
• Obtains complete medical histories and performs comprehensive physical examinations.
• Maintains accurate records of patient interactions, whether in person, virtually, or by telephone.
• Provides follow-up and health maintenance care based on accepted standards and best practices.
• Organizes and presents patient data, evaluations, and recommendations to the healthcare team during daily rounds.
• Practices within a multi-disciplinary team, performing various medical and procedural tasks.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nurse Practitioner (required).
• Advanced Practicing Registered Nurse (APRN) license in the State of Florida.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• National NP certification for Pediatrics/Adult area of practice.

Additional Requirements

• Privileging and credentialing are required.
• Employees must meet certification requirements or possess 7 years of APP experience in their area of expertise.
• ATLS is required for trauma roles; ACLS or PALS may be required depending on the practice area.
• Exempt from Master’s degree requirement if graduated prior to 1998.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This role involves significant physical activity, including bending, stooping, lifting patients and non-patient items, pushing/pulling, and repetitive hand/arm movements. Exposure to biological hazards, blood/bodily fluids, and hazardous chemicals is expected. The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work in a stressful environment with minimal supervision.

Complexity of Work

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.

Required Work Experience

No prior work experience required.