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Location: Jacksonville
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Summary
The Post-Acute Nurse Practitioner (APRN) provides comprehensive medical care to patients in skilled nursing facilities. This role is responsible for facility rounds, patient assessments, diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions, care coordination, and follow-up management. The APRN collaborates closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality post-acute patient care.
Pulmonary experience preferred but not required.
Primary Responsibilities
Examine patients and obtain comprehensive medical histories
Perform routine facility rounds and patient assessments
Adhere to proper charting and documentation protocols
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans
Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging
Analyze test results, diagnose conditions, and communicate findings to patients and staff
Prescribe medications and administer treatments as appropriate
Submit patient care plans and goals for periodic physician review
Promote preventive care and provide patient education on disease management, hygiene, and nutrition
Administer immunizations and vaccinations as required
Refer patients to specialists when necessary
Report deaths and contagious diseases to appropriate governmental agencies
Perform other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
Current Florida APRN license in good standing
Current National Board Certification
Active DEA registration
Minimum one (1) year post-acute or skilled nursing experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent written, verbal, and electronic communication skills
Strong initiative, creativity, and problem-solving ability
Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary healthcare teams
Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care
Additional Qualifications
Prior experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Malpractice insurance including tail coverage
CME stipend
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Supervisory Physician and Post-Acute Executive Director
Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Ability to use computers, printers, and scanners
Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements
Ability to reach with hands and arms to handle or feel objects
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