Primary Care Registered Nurse

Aptive; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptive is seeking a Primary Care Registered Nurse (RN) for the Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic. The RN will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary outpatient environment, supporting Veterans with clinical expertise and coordinated healthcare services.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, care coordination, and emergency response, while ensuring documentation compliance. Candidates must possess a valid RN license and at least four years of nursing experience. This position emphasizes compassionate, Veteran-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license from any state in the United States.
• Minimum of four years of nursing experience, including two years in care coordination and two in outpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough initial patient assessments, including health history and physical examinations.
• Coordinate patient care activities and referrals to specialists.
• Maintain accurate patient records and adhere to documentation regulations.
• Advocate for patients' rights and facilitate communication with healthcare providers.
• Assess and respond to medical emergencies within the scope of practice.

Skills

Patient Assessment and Care

Care Coordination

Documentation and Record Keeping

Patient Advocacy

Emergency Response

Education

ASN or BSN from accredited school

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Job Summary

Job Title: Primary Care(Outpatient)RN

Location: William "Bill" Kling Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic: 9800 West Commercial Boulevard, Sunrise, FL 33351-4325

Period of Performance: 08/12/2025 – 08/11/2030

Shift Schedule: five8-hour shifts

Position Description: ThePrimary Care Registered Nurse (RN) delivers high-quality, patient-centeredcare. This role supports Veterans in a multidisciplinary outpatient environment by combining clinicalexpertise, care coordination, patient education, and procedural assistance. You will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support patient-centered care, focusing on wellness and disease management. Yourexpertisewill be essential in assessing patient needs and coordinating healthcare services to ensureoptimalpatient outcomes. You will also be expected to respond to urgent clinical situations, including escalating care and escorting Veterans to the Emergency Department when medically necessary. Ideal candidates are confident in clinical decision-making, possessstrong assessment skills, and capable of navigating multiple service lines whilemaintaininga focus on compassionate, Veteran-centered care.

Primary Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Skills:

• Patient Assessment and Care: Conduct thoroughinitialpatient assessments, including health history, physical examinations, and symptom evaluation. Monitor and manage patient conditions, addressing acute and chronic illnesses, and collaborating with physicians on treatment plans.
• Care Coordination: Coordinate patient care activities, including referrals to specialists, diagnostic tests, and follow-up appointments. Ensure seamless transitions between healthcare settings andmaintaincommunication with interdisciplinary team members.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintainaccurateand detailed patient records, including medical histories, symptoms, treatments, and outcomes. Adhere to regulatory requirements and organizational policies for documentation and reporting.
• Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patients' rights and preferences, ensuring their voices are heard in healthcare decision-making processes. Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers tofacilitateopen communication and shared decision-making.
• Emergency Response: Assess and respond to medical emergencies within the scope of practice, providing immediate care and initiatingemergency protocols as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Requirements:

• Licensure: Current, unrestricted RN license from any state in the United States.
• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate accredited by the American Heart Association(AHA).
• Experience: Minimum of four (4)years of current nursing experience to include at least two (2) years of inpatient experience in care coordination and at least two (2) years of nursing experience in an outpatient setting.
• Education: ASN accepted; BSN preferred.
• Education must have been completed at a school accredited by the ACEN or CCNE.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.