Florida Cancer Specialists·Naples, Florida
The role involves assisting the physician in patient care and teaching by assessing physical and psychosocial status, writing prescriptions, and determining eligibility for clinical trials. Responsibilities also include interpreting study findings, relaying information to the collaborating physician, and managing patient documentation like progress and discharge notes.
Date Posted: 2026-03-05
Country: United States of America
At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.
Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.
Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence.
With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network.
Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care.
We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida.
Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols.
In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.
Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.
Come join us today!
Assists physician in the care and teaching of patients.
Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, master’s degree in nursing or post-masters nurse practitioner certificate program
Current license/registration to practice in the state of Florida, prescriptive privileges or eligible to apply
Certification from American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the Oncology Nurses Certification Corporation (ONCC).
BLS certified
• Leadership skills necessary to direct others toward objectives that contribute to the successful treatment of patients. Analytical skills necessary to evaluate patients’ status, health care procedure / techniques and to monitor quality of patient care. Fiscal skills to monitor and control costs and revenue. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion while performing duties is essential.
Expectations for all Employees
Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves professionally and respectfully and comply with all labor laws, workplace policies, and workplace practices. Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination, or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department.
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Screenings – background, drug, and nicotine screens
Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve.
All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening.
Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption.
In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing.
Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com [Recruiter@FLCancer.com]) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.
FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a master's degree or post-masters certificate, holding current Florida licensure and prescriptive privileges. Essential requirements include leadership, analytical skills for evaluating patient status, fiscal skills for cost control, and the ability to exercise sound judgment.
Market context
In Florida, physician openings are typically shaped by steady demand from large health systems, outpatient groups, and growing patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers often look for strong clinical credentials, current BLS certification, and readiness to work in fast-paced care settings; this posting also notes no prior experience is required, with a preferred associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential match and prepare examples of patient-care experience before applying.