dventHealth Medical Group Palliative Care Inpatient Opportunity APRN or PA

AdventHealth Medical Group Palliative Care – Inpatient Opportunity – APRN or PA

Opportunity Serving AdventHealth Kissimmee

General Summary:

The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician(s), who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:

• Performs physical examinations and medical management of palliative care patients including new consultations, admissions, follow up and discharging of patients per hospital protocol

• Provide symptom management for patients including pain, constipation, nausea, vomiting, dyspnea, delirium, anxiety and depression

• 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 physicians and social workers as necessary to provide consistent care for patients and support for staff

• Always displays a caring and professional attitude as well as maintaining personal and professional growth

Schedule Details:

• Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

• Primary Campus: AH Kissimmee

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and the public.

• Desire to learn and improve skillset • Strong communication skills

• Ability to reflect on one’s own strengths and weaknesses

• Motivated to grow as a provider

• Ability to handle elevated emotions and dying patients

• Comfort with a fast-growing department

Required Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies

• Experience in Palliative care, ICU hospitalist, or oncology

Required Licensure, Certification, and Registration:

• Current, valid Florida APRN or PA license

• ANCC, AANP (or equivalent) or NCCPA Certification

• Current BLS and ACLS required

• Current, valid DEA license

Practice Description

This is an employment opportunity, part of AdventHealth Medical Group (AHMG).  AHMG is a sister organization of AdventHealth which employs over 900 physicians in nearly 70 specialties. This opportunity includes the benefits of call coverage and competitive compensation. Other benefits include occurrence-based malpractice coverage, paid leave days, CME days and allowance, 403b retirement plan, health insurance for physician and family, and relocation allowance. This aligned model and practice management experience provides the opportunity for the physicians to focus on the clinical aspects of medicine.

Client Description

We're Here to Help You Feel Whole

Serving Florida Since 1908

AdventHealth Orlando is an internationally renowned healthcare system that specializes in life-saving medical treatments, preventative care and pioneering research. Our healing network includes 30 hospitals and more than 100 extended service locations across the state of Florida. Everything we do is designed to fulfill our ultimate goal to help people live a healthier, fuller life in mind, body and spirit.

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. 

• Orange County Parks and Recreation
• Seminole County Parks and Recreation
• Orange County Florida
• Osceola County Florida