Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - General Cardiology - Baptist Downtown

Date Posted: Jul 25, 2025

Status: Full-Time

Shift Details: Various shifts

Job Summary

Baptist Heart Specialists is seeking a Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistant or to join our growing practice in General Cardiology at Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, downtown. The selected Advanced Practice Provider would provide the link between both inpatient and outpatient care as a member of the Baptist Health team.

Baptist Heart Specialists was created by joining two well-respected leaders in heart care – Jacksonville Heart Center and Southern Heart Group. Through this collaboration of 30 board-certified, experienced cardiologists, we provide our patients with an unmatched range of services and expertise in heart care.

Our team is known for our compassion in helping people with heart disease live their lives to the fullest. For many patients, heart disease affects more than just their heart. We understand the needs of every patient are as unique as the individual and the heart of every person.

There's a Place for You Here

Imagine a city with sunshine most of the year, where the beach is practically your backyard. That's Jacksonville, Florida. It's the largest city in the state, but with a surprisingly relaxed vibe. Here's a breakdown to give you a taste:

  • Beach Bum Paradise: Jacksonville boasts miles of gorgeous coastline with Atlantic Ocean waves and white sand beaches. Perfect for catching sunshine, building sandcastles, or trying your hand at surfing.
  • River City Charm: The St. Johns River winds through the heart of Jacksonville, offering scenic boat tours, kayaking adventures, and a chance to spot dolphins.
  • Urban Oasis: Don't be fooled by the beaches, Jacksonville has a vibrant downtown area. Explore museums, catch a concert or a Jacksonville Jaguars game, and find some delicious local eats.
  • Southern Hospitality: Jacksonville is known for its friendly locals. Expect smiles, helpful directions, and maybe even a recommendation for the best place to get fresh seafood.
  • Something for Everyone: Whether you're a history buff exploring the Cummer Museum, a nature lover checking out the Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve, or a foodie sampling barbecue and fresh seafood, Jacksonville has something to offer.
  • Daily Adventure: Jacksonville is a great launch pad for exploring other parts of Florida. Take a day trip to St. Augustine, the nation's oldest permanently occupied city, or head south to Orlando for theme park thrills.

Education Required

Master's Degree

Education Preferred

Master's Degree

Experience

  • 1-2 years Cardiology Experience Preferred

License and Certification

  • Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant Required
  • Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Required
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR) Required
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification Required 

Location

Baptist Cardiology
Various Locations
Jacksonville, FL,


Location Overview

About Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville

Baptist Health, founded in 1955, is North Florida’s most comprehensive health care system and the area’s only non-profit, mission-driven, locally governed health care provider. Baptist Health has over 200 points of care throughout the Northeast Florida region, including our six award-winning hospitals: Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Wolfson Children’s Hospital, Baptist Medical Center Beaches, Baptist Medical Center Clay, Baptist Medical Center Nassau and Baptist Medical Center South. The most preferred health care system in the region, Baptist Health also includes 57 primary care offices, as well as home health, behavioral health, pastoral care, rehabilitation services, occupational health and urgent care.

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