APRN-Hospitalist

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

·       Provide hospital care within the scope of practice to persons in collaboration with and supervision (direct or indirect) of the hospital medicine/critical care medicine physician.

·       Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations.

·       Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures for the patients presenting problems, explaining necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects to the patient; and interpret laboratory and diagnostic procedures.

·       Timely documentation in medical records and appropriate systems all findings of patient encounters noting pertinent positive and negative findings, ordered diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, patient outcomes, and treatment plans.

·       Perform therapeutic procedures designated by supervising physician and within the scope of the or nurse practitioner practice.

·       Perform diagnostic procedures designated by supervising physician and within the scope of the physician assistant practice.

·       Develops appropriate plans of care in collaboration with the hospital medicine physician for patients arising from critical analysis of histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic testing or procedures.

·       Compliance with all facility, medical staff, and MSMC Health policies, and procedures.

·       Actively participates in the building of good rapport with staff and colleagues through attendance of hospital medicine department clinician staff meetings, communicating in respectful and courteous manner to staff, and committing to teamwork consistent with the mission/vision of MSMC and its affiliates.

·       Attendance and participation of medical staff, allied health staff, and/or hospital committees.

·       Assist Medical Directors, supervisors, MSMC affiliated personnel, and/or hospital personnel in collection or analysis of quality or dashboard data.

·       May at times serve as a proctor of MSMC Health new hire or graduate NP Clinician.

·       Initiates and/or assists in Medical Emergency activities on the assigned area

·       Assists the Office Coordinator or Physician in assessing, evaluating and documenting competency of all nursing staff members

·       Provides input regarding administrative or clinical performance of staff

·       Manages environment of care by assessing patient for fall risks and other risk factors; ensuring area is safe and reports deficiencies to Office Coordinator or Physician

·       Identifies areas needing improvement and actively participates in department's performance improvement program

·       Provides feedback to Office Coordinator or Physician on an on-going basis concerns, improvements, changes, etc

·       Promotes surveillance, prevention, and control of infection by using and teaching hygienic practices

·       Attends and actively participates in departmental meetings and in-service programs, providing positive suggestions and input

Qualifications:

·        Bilingual - English/Spanish preferred

·       Two years’ experience in critical care

·       12-hour shift 7 on 7 off. 7pm to 7am

·       Current APRN Licensure in State of Florida BLS and ACLS required

·       Completion of Nationally Certified Nurse Practitioner Program required.

·       1-2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Hospital Medicine/critical care or acute care preferred.

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

·       Health benefits

·       Life insurance

·       Long-term disability coverage

·       Healthcare spending accounts

·       Retirement plan

·       Paid time off

·       Pet Insurance

·       Tuition reimbursement

·       Employee assistance program

·       Wellness program

·       On-site housing for select positions and more!