Essential Functions:
The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician(s) who acts as the collaborative practitioner(s), is responsible for:
Clinical Responsibility
- Performing health assessments including patient history and physical examination
- Performs diagnostic procedures according to privileges and maintains log.
- Conditions treated include but are not limited to: Anal Abscess/Fistula, Anal Cancer, Colon and Rectal Cancer, Lower GI bleeding, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticular Disease, Ostomy, and Intestinal fistula care.
- Orders, interprets, and incorporates diagnostic tests, studies, and lab values into the plan of care; evaluates effectiveness.
- Formulates appropriate diagnosis based on history, physical examination, and clinical findings.
- Plans and provides care within the framework of policies, unit guidelines and privileges.
- Orders pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies according to privileges.
- Provides ongoing patient/family and staff education.
- Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team including family.
- Documents in a timely and thorough manner.
- Communicates report in an efficient and complete manner.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.
- Strong communication skills
- Strong medical decision-making skills
Schedule Details:
- Schedule Details: Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm.
- Inpatient & outpatient & potential for OR
- Hospitals covered: AH Orlando
- Call Required 1 weekend monthly
Required Education & Experience:
- Master s degree in advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) Studies
- Experience with inflammatory bowel disease and surgical care, wound, ostomy and EC fistula care (preferred)
Preferred Qualification
- Surgical training (robotics)
- Spanish speaking
- Wound Ostomy certification or training
Licensure, Certification and Registration:
- Current, valid Florida PA-C or APRN license
- Current, valid DEA license • Certification by NCCPA, ANCC or other nationally recognized certification organization
- BLS
