RN 3-12 | 77 Cardiac ICU | Variable | Full Time

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across the full nursing process. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Florida RN license; BSN is preferred at hire, with certification requirements to be met within the specified timeframe.

Qualifications

• Current Florida RN license required.
• BSN preferred at time of hire.
• Certification in nursing preferred at hire; if not, must obtain within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health status and care needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Evaluate responses and adjust care plans for outcomes.
• Engage patients and families in care planning and delivery.
• Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams.

Education

Florida RN license

BSN preferred at hire

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.

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.

Key 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

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred at time of hire

Education Requirements

• RNs hired without a BSN must obtain a BSN within 3 years of hire

Certification Requirements

• Professional nursing board certification preferred at hire
• 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.