Overview
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
• 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
Hospital Description
AdventHealth Kissimmee, a part of AdventHealth Orlando, offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in a full range of specialties. Some of the area’s finest doctors and surgeons practice today’s most cutting-edge treatments and techniques at our esteemed Osceola County campus. There’s nothing more important than the health and well-being of your family. When it comes to health care, your loved ones deserve elite medical services, personalized attention and a warm, nurturing environment that fosters healing and recovery. Our new hospital expansion to 282 beds delivers all of this and more. We’ve transformed our hospital into a world-class destination for individualized comprehensive care just for you.
Community Description
AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year.