Outpatient Heart Failure APP | 12–15 PPD & Physician Support | Health First (FL)

Join Our Growing Cardiology Team in Beautiful Space Coast, Florida!

Health First is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in Heart Failure to support our expanding cardiology services in Brevard County, FL.

This dedicated clinic role is ideal for a seasoned clinician looking for balanced patient volumes, collaborative physician support, and a structured, high-impact clinical focus.

Position Highlights

• Manageable Workload: 12–15 patients per day allowing for high-quality, comprehensive patient interactions.
• 100% Outpatient / Strictly Clinic: Dedicated clinic setting focused on long-term disease management and post-hospital follow-up.
• Strong Collaborative Support: Work closely alongside our dedicated Cardiologists.
• Work-Life Balance: Answering service in place for after-hours calls from established patients only.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized clinical care for heart failure patients in an outpatient setting.
• Conduct targeted post-hospital discharge follow-ups to optimize clinic transitions and reduce readmissions.
• Manage complex chronic heart failure medical therapies and patient education.
• Collaborate directly with supervising/supporting cardiologists on care plans and escalations.

Qualifications

• Active (or eligible) Florida APRN or PA license.
• Minimum 1–2+ years of clinical experience in Cardiology or specialized Heart Failure management required.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills in outpatient chronic disease management.

Health First is a distinguished integrated delivery network nestled on Florida's Space Coast. Our commitment to excellence is fueled by the synergy between top-tier medical care and a thriving community. We were recently recognized as one of America’s Top Large Employers for the second straight year by Forbes (#153 out of more than 5,000 companies, and one of only three healthcare systems in Florida to receive this honor). Our organization includes four hospitals and over 500 providers.

Health First's newest hospital, Viera Hospital, was built to serve the medical needs of the Viera/Suntree area. Viera Hospital is the centerpiece of a unique 50-acre integrated healthcare campus that also includes a multi-specialty physician office building (Health First's Viera Hospital Medical Plaza) and the Health First Pro-Health and Fitness Center. The 84-bed hospital offers a wide spectrum of outpatient and inpatient services. 

Brevard County, Florida, offers a fantastic lifestyle that seamlessly merges work and play. From rocket launches at Kennedy Space Center to pristine beaches, you'll find numerous attractions and amenities at your doorstep. Highly rated public schools, 3rd in the state with 98% A/B rating. And with no state income tax, you'll experience automatic tax savings. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, arts lover, or entertainment seeker, our community has something for everyone.