RN 3-12 | 82 MICU | Variable | Full Time

UF Health; Gainesville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, Florida seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver patient-centered care across assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role emphasizes evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong clinical judgment to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include assessing health status, developing and implementing care plans, evaluating responses, coordinating with RNs, LPNs, and UAPs, and ensuring advocacy, safety, and quality.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida.
• BSN preferred at time of hire.
• RNs hired without a BSN must obtain a BSN within 3 years of hire.
• Professional nursing board certification preferred at hire and required within 2 years of hire.

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 LPNs and UAPs.
• Promote a positive unit culture and uphold patient advocacy, safety, and clinical excellence.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Locations: Gainesville, Florida

Categories: Nursing

Req ID: 70597

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

Minimum 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.