Description

Job Summary

The Allergy and Immunology APRN specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of allergic and immunologic conditions in infants, children, and adolescents in an outpatient setting. The APRN will manage a broad spectrum of conditions including food allergies, eczema, allergic rhinitis, asthma, primary immunodeficiencies, and select autoimmune disorders. This role provides comprehensive, patient-centered care through detailed history taking, thorough physical examinations, and the ordering and interpretation of diagnostic studies. The APRN will develop and implement individualized treatment plans, monitor disease progression, and educate patients and families on the management of chronic allergic and immunologic conditions to support optimal health outcomes. 

Job Specific Duties

• Performs comprehensive and problem focused history and physician examinations. 
• Serves as an expert resource and consultant to physicians and clinicians as necessary in the area of specialization. 
• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost in planning and delivering patient care across departments and promoting optimal patient outcomes. 
• Prepares and maintains accurate patient records, charts, and documents to support the medical practice, and reimbursement for services rendered. 
• Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory tests, radiological studies, and consultations.
• Performs procedures as demonstrated through competency. 
• Accountable for maintaining current expertise and skills in order to facilitate a high quality of clinical performance and to promote professional growth.
• Orders and/or prescribes medications.
• Participates in other necessary activities associated with patient care (writing daily progress notes, coordinating clinical care, discharge planning, etc.).
• Writes orders, monitors/alters drug therapies, and performs other procedures with education and experience within established protocol in collaborative relationship with a Physician(s). 
• Recognizes need for physician consultation and guidance as indicated within experience and scope of practice.
• Acts as a preceptor for APP students. 

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• Master's degree in nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
• APRN Licensure issued by the State of Florida - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
• Certified by the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Academy of Nurse Practitioner Certification Board, or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)-maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Level II Background Check - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Successful completion of Credentialing by NCHS Medical Administration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certification preferred
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to problem solve to formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.

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