CVICU RN

HiredFirst; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The CVICU RN cares for the unit's most critically ill patients, including those requiring mechanical ventilation and vasoactive drips, in Ocala, FL at a 323-bed ACS Level I Trauma Center that serves as the region's only Comprehensive Stroke Center, offering cardiovascular, neurological, orthopedic, and robotic surgery services.

This role emphasizes patient and family advocacy, education on medications and treatment plans, and collaboration with a quality-focused team to drive ongoing clinical

Qualifications

• 1 year of recent acute care ICU RN experience (within the last 2–3 years)
• Active Florida RN license and/or approved multistate license; compact license holders must obtain a Florida license within 60 days of relocation
• BLS must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer
• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire or transfer
• BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Care for the unit's most critically ill patients, including those on mechanical ventilation and vasoactive drips
• Advocate for patients and families while safeguarding privacy and confidentiality
• Educate patients and families on medications and treatment plans
• Collaborate with the care team to support continuous quality improvement

Skills

ICU RN experience

Patient advocacy

Education to patients

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

A cardiovascular ICU RN opportunity is available in Ocala, FL at a 323-bed ACS Level I Trauma Center that serves as the region's only Comprehensive Stroke Center, offering cardiovascular, neurological, orthopedic, and robotic surgery services.

The role.

The CVICU RN cares for the unit's most critically ill patients, including those requiring mechanical ventilation and multiple vasoactive or specialty drips. In this setting, the nurse serves as a primary advocate for patients and their families, safeguarding privacy and confidentiality throughout the care continuum. The role involves educating patients and families on medications and treatment plans, translating complex clinical information into clear, accessible guidance. The CVICU RN maintains a high level of clinical focus while actively contributing to a collaborative team culture centered on continuous quality improvement.

What we're looking for.

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care ICU RN experience (within the last 2–3 years); candidates with 2 or more years of PCU RN experience will also be considered
• Active Florida RN license and/or approved multistate RN license required; compact license holders must obtain a Florida license within 60 days of relocation
• Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred
• BLS must be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer
• ACLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire or transfer

Schedule.

Nights with rotating weekends.