2 jobs found in Davenport, FL

The Nurse Practitioner performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of physician. Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition. Discusses case with physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan. Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment. Monitors and maintains progress of patients and reports progress to supervising physician. Has the ability to work collaboratively with hospice employees and volunteers as part of an IDT. QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates must have a minimum of (2) years experience in hospice, home health or community health in the past five (5) years. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to assist in lifting and transferring patients as required. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include:...

The nurse practitioner is a member of the core interdisciplinary group whose primary function is to provide consultation in palliative care, symptom management and supportive care to meet the needs of the seriously ill patient and family, as requested by the referring physician. The nurse practitioner will work with the interdisciplinary group who implement the plan of care. Job Responsibilities Facilitate clarification of patient and family goals of care. Facilitate access to appropriate support models of care (i.e., hospice, rehabilitation, on-going aggressive treatment). Assist with diagnosis, treatment and management of acute and chronic health conditions. Educate facility staff, co-workers and the community on all aspects of palliative care and the services provided by VITAS Palliative Care. Attend, participate, and lead (when applicable) internal VITAS Palliative Care s team meetings. Consult with the referring physician, the acute care team and other involved...