AHMG Diabetes and Endocrinology at Kissimmee

AHMG Diabetes and Endocrinology at Kissimmee

Nurse Practitioner, ARNP or Physician Assistant, PA-C

Opportunity at AdventHealth Kissimmee

General Summary:

The ARNP or PA, under the supervision of the Physician(s) who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:

• Performs physical examinations and evaluation of adult patients with diabetes, endocrine disorders and metabolic diseases

• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, etc.

• Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed

• Collaborates with physician supervisor(s) and staff, as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff

• Displays a caring and professional attitude at all time as well as maintaining personal and professional growth

• Write and/or dictate progress notes, procedure notes, history and physical examination, in accordance with medical policies.

• Evaluate the processes and outcomes to enhance the delivery of excellent, cost-effective health care

• Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Schedule Details:

• Schedule is Monday – Friday

• Campus: AH Kissimmee

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, parents and hospital medical staff

• Desire to become part of a multi-disciplinary thoracic surgery program

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule as evening and weekend on-call/rounding will be required

• Candidate must be able to successfully pass a third-party background check and pre-employment drug screen

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies

• 1-3 years previous experience providing care for patients with diabetes and endocrine disorders (Preferred)

Licensure, Certification, and Registration:

• Current, valid Florida APRN or PA license

• Current, valid DEA license

• ANCC, NCCPA (or equivalent) certification

• BLS and ACLS required