APRN/PA - Primary Care

Baptist Medical Group, LLC; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care in Pensacola, FL seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to provide comprehensive health assessments and management of patient care in a clinic setting under physician supervision. The APRN will order tests and interpret results, prescribe treatments within guidelines, and educate patients on wellness and disease management.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and other clinicians, including first-assist duties in OR settings when applicable, with a

Qualifications

• Education must comply with state licensing requirements.
• 0-1 year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient status by collecting health history and performing examinations.
• Order or perform labs and diagnostic tests under physician supervision.
• Develop and implement treatment plans including medications.
• Educate patients on treatment plans and health maintenance.
• Participate in peer reviews, chart reviews and quality assurance activities.
• Collaborate with physicians to manage acute and long-term medical needs.

Skills

Advanced practice nursing

BLS Certification

EMR systems

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Florida APRN license

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Job description

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides a comprehensive health assessment and evaluation for patients in the clinic under the supervision of the medical director. This position provides health care services to patients under direction and responsibility of a physician including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. This position works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. The APRN orders and interprets appropriate tests i.e. labs, EKG, and Xrays under physician supervision.

Responsibilities

What you will do

• Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate examination.
• Orders or performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
• Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long‑term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
• Functioning in a “First Assist” capacity to physician in the operating room, as outlined in the Medical Staff Bylaws. If applicable.

Qualifications

Qualifications Minimum Education

• Education must comply with state licensing board education requirements Required
• 0-1 year Relevant experience in developing and running patient care programs. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Advanced Practitice Registered Nurse Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing including anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapeutics, basic nutrition, behavioral factors, psychosocial/family systems, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making, alternative treatment modalities. (High proficiency)
• Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. (High proficiency)
• Strong analytical and decision making skills. (High proficiency)
• Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients (High proficiency)
• Skill in usage of medical diagnostic equipment, as well as working knowledge of instruments and supplies required to perform clinical procedures and physical examinations. (High proficiency)
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. (Medium proficiency)
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and Access), database management, and electronic medical records systems and document preparation. (Medium proficiency)
• Knowledge of insurance and medical terminology, coding, collections, and federal / state laws governing medical compliance. (Medium proficiency)
• Ability to document and utilize electronic health record applications. (High proficiency)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. (High proficiency)
• Strong interpersonal and team skills. (High proficiency)

About Us

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.

Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse

Job Info

• Job Identification 10692
• Job Category Advanced Practice Provider
• Posting Date 08/12/2026, 04:47 PM
• Locations 2115 W Nine Mile Rd, Pensacola, FL, 32534, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• FTE 1.0 FT
• Work Hours Day Shift (4 10 hr shifts or 5 8 hr shifts) per week

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