AHMG Critical Care at Ocala - APRN or PA-C

AdventHealth; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth Ocala is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA-C) for critical care in a high‑acuity ICU. You will perform advanced procedures, manage complex patients, and work within a multidisciplinary team to drive outcomes.

Requirements include a Master’s degree (Acute Care APRN or PA Studies), Florida APRN/PA license, and ACLS/BLS. 14‑night shifts from 7A‑7P or 7P‑7A, primary campus AdventHealth Ocala.

Qualifications

• Requires Master's degree in Nursing (Acute Care APRN) or PA Studies.
• Florida APRN or PA-C license current.
• ACLS and BLS certifications current.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced critical care procedures and managing high‑acuity patients.
• Collaborate with intensivists and multidisciplinary teams.
• Respond to emergent situations and patient deterioration.
• Support quality initiatives and evidence‑based practice.

Skills

Critical care experience

Procedural skills

Teamwork & collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (Acute Care APRN) or PA Studies

Job description

AdventHealth Medical Group Critical Care at Central Florida

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, APRN or Physician Assistant, PA-C

Serving AdventHealth Ocala

Join a high-acuity critical care team providing advanced, collaborative care for critically ill patients in a dynamic ICU environment. Working alongside intensivists and multidisciplinary specialists, the Advanced Practice Provider plays an integral role in managing complex medical conditions, responding to emergent situations, and driving exceptional patient outcomes.

This position offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license, utilizing advanced critical care skills and procedures while serving as a key clinical resource within the care team. The APP will contribute to quality initiatives, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement efforts that support AdventHealth's commitment to whole-person care.

General Summary:

The APP under the supervision and direction of the Physician and within the credentialing standards of the Hospital: (other duties as assigned)

• Perform advanced critical care procedures, including central and arterial line placement, pulmonary artery catheter management, intubation, extubation, and emergent airway interventions
• Manage critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and life-support therapies
• Play a key role in emergency response and patient stabilization efforts
• Collaborate with intensivists and multidisciplinary teams to drive exceptional patient outcomes
• Support innovation, quality improvement, and evidence-based critical care practices

Schedule and Unit Information:

• 14-night shifts per month
• Days/Nights: 7A to 7P or 7P to 7A
• Primary Campus: AdventHealth Ocala
• Collaborative ICU environment with strong physician and multidisciplinary support
• Opportunity to work with a diverse and medically complex patient population

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Nursing (Acute Care APRN) or Physician Assistant Studies
• Critical care experience required:
  • APRNs: 5+ years ICU RN experience or 3+ years practicing as an ICU APRN
  • PAs: 3+ years ICU experience or 5+ years in a surgical specialty
• Strong procedural skills and comfort managing complex, high-acuity patients
• Commitment to teamwork, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care

Certifications:

• Current, valid Florida APRN or PA-C License
• Acute Care Certificate Required for APRN’s
• Current ACLS and BLS certification
• FCCS, ATLS certifications (highly preferred but not required)