Florida Nurse Registry in South Florida

What Is a Florida Nurse Registry?

A Florida nurse registry is a business licensed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) to refer independent-contractor caregivers and nurses to private clients for in-home care. The registry screens and verifies each caregiver, then matches them to a client, who arranges care directly with the caregiver. Focus Family Care holds Florida Nurse Registry license NR #30211928.

A nurse registry is regulated by AHCA just like a home health agency, but the two models are different. Focus Family Care is licensed as both, which means families can pick the option that fits their needs and budget.

Nurse Registry vs Home Health Agency

A nurse registry refers independent caregivers the client engages directly, which often gives strong caregiver continuity and flexible, private-pay arrangements. A home health agency employs its caregivers and can bill Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance. Because Focus Family Care is licensed as both a nurse registry and a Medicare-certified, ACHC-accredited home health agency, families can choose insurance-covered agency care or flexible private-duty registry care.

Caregivers a Nurse Registry Can Refer

Through its nurse registry, Focus Family Care refers certified nursing assistants (CNAs), home health aides (HHAs), companions, registered nurses, and licensed practical nurses. These caregivers support private duty nursing, personal care, companion care, and 24-hour or live-in care at home.

How to Arrange Care Through the Registry

To arrange care, call Focus Family Care at (561) 693-1311. A registered nurse reviews what the family needs, the registry matches a screened caregiver to the client, and care begins with ongoing nurse support. Focus Family Care answers 24 hours a day.