Advanced Practice RN (Part Time)

Department: 0-6201-000 / College Of Nursing-Dean

College/Division: USF Health-College of Nursing

Salary Plan: Temporary/Part Time

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: Starting at $48/hr - Negotiable Commensurate with Experience 

Organizational Unit

The College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges that comprise the University of South Florida and one of four colleges within USF Health. USF is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is designated as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution by the Carnegie Foundation. U.S. News & World Report has ranked USF as one of the nation's top 50 public universities for five consecutive years, and in 2023, USF earned its highest ranking ever among all universities public or private. The College of Nursing is recognized as a nursing education and research leader, serving over 2,400 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students annually. For the third consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing program ranked No. 1 among all public Florida Institutions and is proudly positioned at No. 24 nationally.
The College of Nursing is an integral part of the USF Health community. We live by our mission to employ the core values of excellence, innovation, inclusion, and respect to educate future nurses, advance nursing science, and implement evidence-based clinical practice to improve health and wellness.

This position is Part-Time and grant funded.

Position Summary

The APRN is responsible for the treatment of patients in the outpatient, community-based setting within the scope of practice permitted under Florida law on the College of Nursing Clinics. The APRN is a member of the healthcare team through direct medical care, consultation, collaboration, coordination, and referral. Practices to his/her maximum potential in accordance with State and Federal laws. Functions primarily as a clinician but also has consultative and educational responsibilities; works collaboratively with specialty referrals and area healthcare delivery systems to support a patient-centered medical home model. Position may be required to float to other brick-and-mortar clinical facilities within the Tampa Bay region performing the same responsibilities. Required valid and unencumbered State of Florida RN license and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

DUTIES:

Manages common acute and chronic healthcare problems on the College of Nursing Clinics. Member of the health care team through direct medical care, consultation, collaboration, coordination, and referral. Practices to his/her maximum potential in accordance with State and Federal laws. Functions primarily as a clinician but also has consultative and educational responsibilities; works collaboratively with specialty referrals and area healthcare delivery systems to support a patient-centered medical home model. May be required to float to other brick-and-mortar clinical facilities within the Tampa Bay region performing the same responsibilities.

Clinical: Provide healthcare through health promotion, illness, prevention and health restoration; responsibilities include:

• History and Physical
• Medical and/or nursing diagnosis
• Direct Diagnostic evaluations including the order and review of appropriate radiographic and laboratory tests; provide consultation.
• Formulating patient treatment plans and including prescribing medications and follow-up as well as social determinants of health.

Consultation provide consultation to patients, their families, care team members, physicians or other health care providers on health maintenance visits, educational programs, individual referrals, peer and nursing staff resources.

Attend and complete appropriate continuing education sessions to maintain State licensure as an APRN.

Teach patients and families community health promotion and illness prevention strategies.

Actively participates in daily huddles with care team members. Mentors and serves as a preceptor to undergraduate nursing and APRN students.

May be required to float to other clinical locations throughout the Tampa Bay region with the same responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:

This position requires graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 464 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64.
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Require having and maintaining a valid and unencumbered State of Florida Register Nurse (RN) licensure.
Certified as Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Minimum of three (3) years' experience as an APRN of family practice outpatient experience including the entire lifespan (adults, older adults, pediatrics, women's health, OB)
Current BLS certification, required valid and unencumbered State of Florida Autonomous Practice Florida BON qualification or able to obtain prior to employment start date, and Department of Transportation (DOT) certification.
Valid Florida driver's license with clean driving record
Competence with simple suturing and splinting techniques
Some experience working with underserved communities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctoral degree.
Current DEA license in Florida or must be able to obtain prior to employment start date.
Extensive experience working with underserved communities.
Experience as nurse educator and/or clinical preceptor.
Experience as an APRN in the ER/urgent care in addition to primary care.
Current board certification as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner.
Experience with simple incision and drainage techniques and 12 lead ECG interpretation.
Experience with leading clinical teams in an outpatient clinic setting.

• USF offers GREAT BENEFITS to full time employees!!
  • • • Medical Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Paid Vacation Days
      • Paid Sick Days
      • 11 Paid Holidays
      • Various Retirement Options ,
      • Tuition Assistance (available for yourself, spouse, partner or dependent)
      • On-campus Childcare Options
      • Flexible Work Program: full-time/part-time remote work (based on position requirements)
      • Other Voluntary Benefits Offered
      • For more information about your total compensation package and other USF benefits, please visit: Work at USF

Information for Applicants 

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 37045

Posting Date:  5/28/24

Posting End Date: 6/11/24

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Nondiscrimination Language

Pursuant to Title IX, USF does not discriminate on the basis of sex in education programs or activities that it operates. Such protection extends to students, employees, admission, and employment. Questions or inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator or to the U.S. Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights. The most current contact information for the USF Title IX Coordinator and resources can be found on the USF Title IX webpage at www.usf.edu/title-ix .

Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) , Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) .

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About USF 

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF 

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region.  At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.  We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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