Psych APRN - Children and Adults

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduation from an accredited APRN program

Licensure: Florida license as an APRN

Experience: Two years of clinical experience working with children required and experience with working with adults required.

Additional Requirements: 

Must be 21 years of age.

Negative Drug Screening prior to hire and throughout employment.

Clear Criminal Background Check throughout employment with Suncoast Center and local checks prior to hire and annually along with DCF Level II prior to hire and as required by DCF, and Must have valid Florida Driver’s License Motor Vehicle checks prior to hire and annually with acceptable driving record maintained throughout employment along with reliable vehicle, valid registration, and valid vehicle insurance. (must be in compliance with Florida Laws and Administrative Codes with fingerprinting and determined to be of good moral character).

Working Conditions: Work is performed in office and on occasion in hospital setting. Local travel for court proceedings is also required.

Computer Literate: Knowledge of Microsoft Suite required. Experience with an electronic medical record is desirable.

Driving Requirements: Personal automobile; must meet company required limits of personal auto insurance; driver license and approved driver status. 

Job Duties

• Provide appropriate medical treatment for urgent or emergent problems. Such treatment should be reported to the primary medical provider. Routine or less urgent medical concerns are to be referred to the primary medical provider for treatment and /or follow up.
• Coordinate any suspected physical conditions or medical conditions with pediatrician or primary physician
• Arrange for appropriate intervention for other medical problems identified in the course of CPT medical evaluations.
• Participate in established Quality Assurance programs as designated by the CPT. 
• Be available for medical consultation as needed.
• Perform initial examination and collect evidence and lab specimens as indicated by the age, sex, and alleged history of abuse or neglect.
• Refer for appropriate laboratory and /or radiological testing as needed. 
• Review appropriate laboratory tests, radiographic studies, ect. In context of abuse/neglect allegations.
• Provide Chart review and Case review as needed. 
• Evaluate the developmental trajectory of child victims and refer for developmental services as needed.
• Attend and participate in QA reviews with the Medical Director and/or her designee and quarterly case reviews with CPT staff and other professionals involved with the case. Provide up to date and comprehensive information on the child’s medical condition and make recommendations as needed.
• Advocate for children and their families; working in the best interest of the child, in staffings, court, and other situations, as the need arises. Advocate at the system level for children and families to ensure the best possible treatments and support is made available.
• Complete all forms, progress notes and other paperwork in the CPTIS system as well as in the child’s record in a timely fashion. Complete all documentation concisely and accurately and ensure that it corresponds with the CPT. Seek out needed information that is not readily available.
• Complete and sign off on medical reviews of all child abuse reports submitted to the Florida State Abuse Hotline. 
• Assess risk of all children based on prior reports, medical history, and family history. Discuss all safety concerns with Case Coordinators. 
• Participate in on call/after-hours rotation. Complete on call/after-hours medicals exams for acute abuse cases. 

Core Competencies

• The ability to function and operate as a team player, showing dignity and respect for all.
• The ability to comply with all equal employment opportunity and ethical standards and regulations.
• The ability to take direction in a respectful and productive manner from supervisors and managers.
• The ability to work, as scheduled, in a timely fashion, and with an attitude oriented to service.
• The ability to have cordial and professional relationships both within the organization and with vendors, clients and third parties.
• If appropriate, the ability to produce all appropriate paperwork and reports consistent with contractual, state or federal standard, and to prepare and submit such paperwork on a timely basis.
• The ability to understand and comply with Suncoast Center, Inc. policies and procedures.
• The ability to render compassionate care and equal commitment to serve clients in need of healthcare assistance.

Benefits & Perks:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 0 copy for Teledoc Appointments 
• EAP Supports
• Company Paid Basic Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long term Disability
• Options to secure additional Life/AD&D as well as short term disability

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off + 10 company paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development options through our Learning Management System and live trainings

Other Perks

• 403b with up to a 5% company match

• Monthly Social Committee Events 

Suncoast Center is a drug free workplace and we follow all state and federal laws related to marijuana use

All positions require a screening through the Clearinghouse. This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025). https://info.flclearinghouse.com/