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The USF Health College of Nursing is one of 14 colleges at the University of South Florida and one of four that make up USF Health. As a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities, USF is designated by the Carnegie Foundation as both a Research 1 and a Community-Engaged institution—reflecting its commitment to excellence in education, research, and service.
Nationally recognized as a leader in nursing education and research, the College of Nursing serves more than 2,000 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. For the fourth consecutive year, our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has been ranked No. 1 among Florida’s public universities by U.S. News & World Report —rising to No. 23 in the nation in 2025.
As an integral part of USF Health, the College of Nursing is guided by a mission grounded in excellence, innovation, and respect. We are dedicated to educating future nurses, advancing nursing science, and applying evidence-based practice to improve health outcomes and community well-being.
Position Summary
The APRN is responsible for the treatment of patients in the outpatient, community-based setting within the scope practice permitted under Florida law on the College of Nursing Clinics. The APRN is a member of the healthcare team through direct medical care, consultation, collaboration, coordination, and referral. Practices to his/her maximum potential in accordance with State and Federal laws. Functions primarily as a clinician but also has consultative and educational responsibilities; works collaboratively with specialty referrals and area healthcare delivery systems to support a patient-centered medical home model. Position may be required to float to other brick-and-mortar clinical facilities within the Tampa Bay region performing the same responsibilities. Required valid and unencumbered State of Florida RN license and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Manages common acute and chronic healthcare problems on the College of Nursing Clinics. Member of the health care team through direct medical care, consultation, collaboration, coordination, and referral. Practices to his/her maximum potential in accordance with State and Federal laws. Functions primarily as a clinician but also has consultative and educational responsibilities; works collaboratively with specialty referrals and area healthcare delivery systems to support a patient-centered medical home model. May be required to float to other brick-and mortar clinical facilities within the Tampa Bay region performing the same responsibilities.
Clinical: Provide healthcare through health promotion, illness, prevention and health restoration; responsibilities include: History and Physical Medical and/or nursing diagnosis Direct Diagnostic evaluations including the order and review of appropriate radiographic and laboratory tests; provide consultation. Formulating patient treatment plans and including prescribing medications and follow-up as well as social determinants of health.
Consultation provide consultation to patients, their families, care team members, physicians or other health care providers on health maintenance visits, educational programs, individual referrals, peer and nursing staff resources.
Attend and complete appropriate continuing education sessions to maintain State licensure as an APRN.
Teach patients and families community health promotion and illness prevention strategies.
Actively participates in daily huddles with care team members. Mentors and serves as a preceptor to undergraduate nursing and APRN students.
May be required to float to other clinical locations throughout the Tampa Bay region with the same responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse academic degree
program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 464 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64.
Master's degree from an accredited institution
Require having and maintaining a valid and unencumbered State of Florida Register Nurse (RN) licensure.
Certified as Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Minimum of three (3) years' experience as an APRN of family practice outpatient experience including the entire lifespan (adults, older adults, pediatrics, women's health, OB)
Current BLS certification, required valid and unencumbered State of Florida Autonomous Practice Florida BON qualification or able to obtain prior to employment start date, and Department of Transportation (DOT) certification.
Valid Florida driver's license with clean driving record
Competence with simple suturing and splinting techniques
Some experience working with underserved communities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Doctoral degree.
Current DEA license in Florida or must be able to obtain prior to employment start date.
Extensive experience working with underserved communities.
Experience as nurse educator and/or clinical preceptor.
Experience as an APRN in the ER/urgent care in addition to primary care.
Current board certification as an Emergency Nurse Practitioner.
Experience with simple incision and drainage techniques and 12 lead ECG interpretation.
Experience with leading clinical teams in an outpatient clinic setting.
Working at USF
With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
Compliance and Federal Notices
This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
