APRN Surgical Services Zephyrhills Dade City FL

The Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner functions as a member of the medical care management team for physician practice patients (surgical). The ARNP may diagnose medical conditions, plan and implement treatment collaboratively agreed to in the Florida Hospital Physician Group medical staff delineation of clinical privileges for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners. Depending on the practice, ARNP may be required to work and/or be on call on weekends. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES : Provide services similar to those of a physician. Examine patients, take medical histories, maintain patient records, identify health risk factors, prescribe medications, make referrals and otherwise treat health conditions. Sees patients both in the hospital setting and practice setting. Depending on surgical specialty, may work with assigned physician(s) in endoscopy or OR Assists with in-office procedures with physician and or may perform minor procedures independently. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: MSN (Masters of Nursing) One years experience Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Provides direct care with licensing credentials under the auspices of supervising MD. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Licensure as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Florida. Advanced Registered Nurse Certification Continuing education required to maintain licensure