Nicole Bridgman, APRN

Nicole Shafar, MSN, APRN NP-C, an Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner who earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Florida Southern College in 2015. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Central Florida and an Associate in Science from Lake Sumter Community College. With academic honors, including induction into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, she has taught at Rasmussen College and Lake Sumter State College. Ms. Shafar, is currently enrolled in Florida State University's Doctorate in Executive Health Systems Leadership program and has been a nurse practitioner with our organization since 2019. Previously, she worked at Mid-Florida Primary Care, managing diverse medical needs and acting as a preceptor to new hires. Her clinical journey includes a role as a registered nurse with Advent Health Waterman. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the National League of Nursing. Outside of work, she enjoys nature, family time, and music.