[NP-Jobs] Florida, NP Position

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Florida - Nurse Practitioner Position                   (posted) 02-28-11
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MorseLife, located in beautiful Palm Beach County, is a 
nationally-recognized provider of health care, housing and support 
services for seniors and their families. A non-profit, non-sectarian 
organization founded in 1983, MorseLife has built a reputation of 
caring for seniors with excellence, dignity and compassion.

Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide general medical care 
and treatment to facility residents and clients of our Centers. The 
NP will maintain a complete health history in compliance with the 
Center's Policies and Procedures, under supervision of the Medical 
Director, by performing the responsibilities listed below.

Responsibilities:
* Makes routine rounds to assigned units performing comprehensive 
physical examinations and preventive health measures within 
prescribed guidelines and instructions of Medical Director.
* Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests (i.e. 
Laboratory, X-ray, EKG, etc.) to identify and assess patient's 
clinical problems and health care needs.
* Orders, reviews and provides resident/patient instruction regarding 
diet, activities, medication, diagnosis and prognosis.
* Monitors, initiates and manipulates medications within the 
framework of standing protocols.
* Integrates information collected in health history, physical exam 
and diagnostic studies into defined problem areas; records physical 
findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on resident/client 
condition.
* Evaluates and prioritizes resident/client care problems and takes 
appropriate medical action.
* Provides nursing services on the units as needed, including 
answering call bells and assisting residents with ADL's.
* Understands own professional limits and when to refer 
resident/client to Medical Director or other staff Physicians for 
consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.
* Discusses case with Medical Director and other health professionals 
to prepare comprehensive patient care plan.
* Presents medical review reports in the prescribed timeframes as 
required by State and Federal regulations.
* Participates in Resident Care Assessment Team and other committees 
as deemed necessary by the Medical Director.
* Maintains a good working relationship with the Vice President of 
Nursing and participates in Nursing Services Programs whenever appropriate.
* Participates in teaching PA, DO, NP students and works in 
conjunction with Geriatric fellows.
* Professional growth and development through continued research, 
training and education activities.
* Interprets, prepares and presents reports and correspondence to 
staff, resident/client, visitors and community.
* Maintains the lines of communication between department personnel, 
nursing services, physicians and families.
* Assume on-call responsibilities as assigned by the Medical Director.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Master's in Advanced Practical Nursing from an accredited university 
required. Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing as a 
RN. Minimum two years of experience working as a Geriatric Nurse Practitioner.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
* Advanced Registered FL Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
* Current, valid FL Drivers License
* FL Medicare Number
* Basic Life Support Certification

What you'll get: Fantastic experience working with a great team.

The long-standing mission of MorseLife is to enhance and improve the 
lives of seniors in our care. A charitable, not-for-profit 
organization, its programs include short-term rehabilitation, long 
term care, independent and assisted living, home health care, care 
management, Alzheimer's care, meals-on-wheels and research and 
training. Founded in 1983, MorseLife has built a reputation and 
tradition of caring for seniors with excellence, dignity and 
compassion -- honoring senior living -- now and forever.

Submit your resume to: <mailto:kcooper at morselife.org>kcooper at morselife.org. EOE
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