Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) – Job Description

Location: Hudson, FL 34667
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive advanced nursing care in accordance with Florida Statutes Chapter 464 (Nurse Practice Act) and all applicable state and federal laws, including HIPAA, OSHA, DEA, CMS, and CDC regulations. The APRN practices within their certified specialty and may practice under a supervising protocol or under Florida Autonomous APRN registration, as applicable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and documentation
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests (laboratory, imaging, and other studies)
• Provide preventive care, health education, and disease management
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals as required by practice setting or protocol
• Initiate referrals to specialists and coordinate continuity of care
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential electronic medical records per HIPAA
• Comply with infection control, safety, quality assurance, and risk management standards
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education
• Adhere to all ethical and professional standards as defined by the Florida Board of Nursing
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Florida APRN license
• National APRN certification in specialty area (e.g., FNP, AGNP, PMHNP, etc.)
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Current DEA registration (if prescribing controlled substances)
• Current BLS (ACLS preferred depending on setting)
• Clear Level II background screening (Florida requirement)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in primary care, specialty care, or outpatient practice
• Autonomous APRN registration (preferred but not required)
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR)

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Manual dexterity to perform clinical procedures
• Vision and hearing sufficient to assess patient condition

Benefits

• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Paid time off, Sick time, and paid holidays

Legal & Regulatory Notice

This position complies with:

• Florida Nurse Practice Act (Chapter 464, F.S.)
• Florida Board of Nursing rules
• Federal laws including HIPAA, OSHA, DEA, CMS
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws

Pay: $97,235.00 - $121,855.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person