VIPcare APRN - Port Orange

About the Role

As an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) at VIPcare, you will provide exceptional medical care to patients 65+ by conducting physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing patient treatment plans under the supervision of a physician. This is a safety-sensitive position involving direct patient care and medication administration. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver quality care and support team functions.

Responsibilities

• Practice medicine under physician supervision, adhering to ethical standards and staying current with industry technologies and best practices.
• Provide care for older adult patients with acute and chronic illnesses, seeking specialist consultation when needed while remaining responsible for detailed patient care.
• Engage with hospitalists when patients are hospitalized.
• Ensure compliance with accrediting agencies, CLIA, drug prescription regulations, HIPAA, state/federal laws, and safety regulations.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients with acute and complex chronic conditions using evidence-based medicine and practice guidelines.
• Follow internal policies and procedures to complete operational tasks per departmental guidelines.
• Maintain complete and detailed electronic medical records (EMR) within 48 hours of each patient visit.
• Educate patients on health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention/management.
• Analyze patient histories, symptoms, and diagnostic findings to develop appropriate diagnoses.
• Interpret diagnostic results (e.g., blood gases, radiology, EKG) in collaboration with the supervising physician.
• Exhibit compassionate, high-quality, and conscientious behavior while building effective relationships with patients, families, and team members.
• Document continuing education to meet licensure and certification requirements.
• Ensure patients are seen by a physician every other visit.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per policy and HIPAA requirements.
• Follow the proper chain of command for patient complaints.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Certified as a nurse practitioner with current state licensure.
• At least 1 year of professional nursing experience, with 1–3 years as a primary care nurse practitioner.
• Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR).
• ACLS/BLS certification as mandated by state.
• Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate patient care rationale and ability to handle emergencies calmly.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Excellent written/verbal communication, teaching, and telephone skills.
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for real-time collaboration.

Physical Requirements

• Full range of body motion, including handling/transferring patients, manual/finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to stand, walk, push, bend, kneel, and reach for prolonged periods in a clinic setting.
• Capability to lift and move patients and medical equipment (up to 15 lbs).
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Must have own means of transportation and ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Skills & Attributes

• Positive work ethic that inspires others and aligns with core values and guiding principles.
• Effective team player who contributes ideas and meets commitments.
• Passionate and energetic approach to tasks and challenges within the Better Health environment.
• Goal-oriented with a focus on quality execution and delivery.
• Ability to handle confidential data and work cross-functionally with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including comfort interacting with senior leadership and health plans.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Results-driven with a focus on quality care.
• Appreciation for cultural diversity and sensitivity toward senior patient populations.
• Experience diagnosing and managing chronic diseases (e.g., Diabetes, COPD, CHF, Obesity) in older adults.