NURSE PRACTITIONER

Horizon Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Horizon Health in Fort Myers, FL seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner for its Intensive Outpatient Program and Partial Hospitalization Program. The NP will be responsible for diagnosing, treating patients, and providing education per approved protocols.

This position requires a Master's degree, 5 to 8 years of relevant experience, and a State Advanced Practice License. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical plans, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of related work experience.
• CCNE or ACEN accreditation.
• Drug Enforcement Administration license preferred.
• Must not be a sanctioned provider.
• CPR course completion.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient diagnoses, treatment, education and referrals in accordance with hospital policies.
• Conduct rounds on patients and participate in care planning.
• Perform medication orders and reconciliation.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Proficient in applicable software applications

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree

State Advanced Practice License

DNP preferred

PMHNP preferred

Job description

Overview

Nurse Practitioner - Fort Myers, FL

Horizon Health Corporation is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for an Intensive Outpatient Program and Partial Hospitalization Program in Fort Myers, FL. This unit is a 6 to 15 beds mental health program. Under the general supervision of the Medical Director, the NP will provide clinical services to the behavioral health program and is primarily responsible for diagnosing and treating patients, and providing continuing education to patients and their families according to approved protocols. The NP will assess patients by examining medical history, performing physical exams and behavioral health evaluations, and ordering or performing diagnostic tests within the bounds of scope of practice as delineated by federal and state regulations/guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient diagnoses, treatment, education and referrals in accordance with hospital policies
• Perform treatment planning and intervention
• Medication orders and reconciliation
• Work with the treatment team in admitting and discharging patients to and from the Program
• Conduct physical exams of the patient during admission and attend to basic medical needs/issues; work with hospital specialists to manage more complicated medical conditions
• Perform admission work-ups within twenty-four (24) hours of admissions and provide appropriate documentation as defined by hospital policies
• Conduct rounds on patients
• Participate in planning, coordinating and implementing nursing care activities as part of the treatment team
• Assist program leadership in assessing, creating and implementing advanced practice provider procedures, or ensuring existing procedures meet federal and state regulations and guidelines for NP scope of practice
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position

Benefits (Full-time)

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Long and short-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account
• Life insurance
• Career development opportunities within the company
• Tuition assistance
• Rewarding work environment

For more information on this position, email Oscar Hernandez, Horizon Health Corporation, Senior Executive Recruiter, at [e-mail]

About Fort Myers, FL

Fort Myers, Florida offers an exceptional blend of affordability and vibrant coastal lifestyle. Known as the "City of Palms," it serves as the cultural and commercial hub of Southwest Florida, with tropical lifestyle, outdoor recreation, and vibrant culture and amenities.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built a record of achievement and performance. UHS has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located across the U.S., including Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Visit www.uhs.com for more information.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required
• 5 to 8 years of related work experience
• CCNE or ACEN accreditation required
• State Advanced Practice License required
• Drug Enforcement Administration license preferred
• DNP preferred
• PMHNP preferred
• Must not be a sanctioned provider
• Behavioral health experience
• CPR course completion
• Ability to obtain appropriate credentials and privileges to provide services to the hospital
• Proficient in applicable software applications
• Ability to apply a holistic wellness approach
• Ability to manage anger, fear, hostility and violence appropriately
• Excellent interpersonal skills

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