Surgical Optimization (APRN/PA) (APP I)
Lee Health is a nonprofit organization with over 1,800 hospital beds across four acute care hospitals and one specialty hospital, employing more than 17,000 staff, 4,500 volunteers, and 1,200 primary and specialty care providers throughout Southwest Florida. Recognized as one of America’s Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, Lee Health hospitals have earned five-star ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing them in the top 15% nationally. Additionally, Lee Health is the first healthcare system in Florida to receive the Governor’s Sterling Award and has been honored with the Pinnacle of EHR Experience Award from the KLAS Arch Collaborative.
About the role
Lee Physician Group is seeking Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants (APRN/PA) to join the Surgical Optimization Team. The role involves clearing patients for surgery, with a focus on comprehensive and compassionate care. Strong internal medicine experience is preferred, and orthopedics experience is a plus but not required. The position utilizes EPIC EHR and Dragon Dictation in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited APRN or PA program
- Ability to obtain a Florida license
- New graduates are welcome to apply
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Dedicated CME time and funding
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with match and 457(b) enhanced retirement option
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Participation in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Location
Fort Myers, located in coastal Southwest Florida, offers a beach and vacation lifestyle with warm weather year-round, beautiful beaches, and stunning sunsets. The area features dozens of recreational parks, ecological preserves, world-renowned golf courses, diverse dining, shopping, art, history, and festivals. Residents enjoy no state income tax, easy access to Southwest Florida International Airport, and proximity to Sanibel Island, Captiva, Naples, Orlando, Tampa, and Miami. The Key West Express provides a 3-hour boat ride to Key West.