RN 3-12 | 66 Cardiac Med/Surg Unit | Full Time Variable

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Gainesville is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and engaging patients and families in the care process.

The role emphasizes clinical judgment, advocacy, and continuous improvement, with support for professional development and organizational values of excellence and accountability.

Qualifications

• ASN required at time of hire.
• BSN preferred; RNs without BSN must obtain within 3 years.
• Current Florida RN license.
• Board certification preferred at hire; required within 2 years of hire if eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health status and identify concerns.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans using evidence-based practices.
• Evaluate patient responses and adjust care plans to optimize outcomes.
• Engage patients and families as active participants in care planning and delivery.
• Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality.
• Delegate and supervise care provided by LPNs and UAPs.
• Promote a positive unit culture and contribute to a collaborative work environment.
• Uphold standards of patient advocacy, safety, and clinical excellence.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment

Care planning

Evidence-based practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical judgment

Leadership

Education

ASN

BSN

Job description

Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers high-quality, patient-centered care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing interventions. This role focuses on improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong clinical judgment. RNs actively involve patients and their families in the care process while fostering a supportive, professional environment aligned with organizational values of excellence, accountability, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health status, identifying actual and potential health concerns
• Develop and implement individualized care plans using evidence-based practices
• Evaluate patient responses and adjust care plans to optimize outcomes
• Engage patients and families as active participants in care planning and delivery
• Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality
• Delegate and supervise care provided by Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP)
• Promote a positive unit culture and contribute to a collaborative work environment
• Uphold standards of patient advocacy, safety, and clinical excellence

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required at the time of hire
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• RNs hired without a BSN must obtain a BSN within 3 years of hire

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) License
• Professional nursing board certification preferred at hire
• Professional nursing board certification - Required within 2 years of hire (or when eligible, if eligibility requires more than 2 years of experience)

Additional Information

This position does not require operating a vehicle for business purposes

Why Join Us

Join a team committed to delivering exceptional patient care while advancing professional nursing practice. Our environment emphasizes collaboration, trust, and innovation—empowering nurses to practice autonomously while making a meaningful impact.