RN 3-12| CVICU | Days | Full Time

UF Health Central Florida; Leesburg (FL); In loco; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Tempo pieno

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UF Health Central Florida is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Critical Care unit in Leesburg, FL. The role emphasizes delivering comprehensive, high-quality care to critically ill patients with strong clinical judgment in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include assessments, hemodynamic monitoring, med administration, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. License, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certification required; BSN preferred.

Competenze

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking in high-acuity settings.
• Excellent communication and teamwork in interdisciplinary teams.

Mansioni

• Perform comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients and develop individualized plans of care.
• Monitor hemodynamic status and cardiac rhythms.
• Administer medications and therapies per physician orders and standards of practice.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, RTs, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge planning.
• Accurately document assessments and interventions in the EMR.

Conoscenze

Critical care nursing

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

EMR documentation

Formazione

BSN (preferred)

Strumenti

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

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Overview

At UF Health Leesburg, our Critical Care team provides advanced, evidence-based care for patients with complex and life-threatening conditions. As a member of the nationally recognized UF Health system, you'll join a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate patient-centered care.

Our nurses are empowered to practice at the top of their license while working alongside experienced physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary care teams. We foster a culture of teamwork, professional development, and continuous learning to help you advance your nursing career.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care is responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN provides safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. The Critical Care RN demonstrates strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to respond effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients and develop individualized plans of care.
• Monitor hemodynamic status, cardiac rhythms, respiratory function, and other critical patient indicators.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions to ensure patient safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Operate and monitor specialized critical care equipment and technology.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge planning.
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes within the electronic medical record.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based nursing practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year or more of recent Critical Care, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Progressive Care, Emergency Department, or related acute care nursing experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience caring for patients requiring advanced monitoring, ventilator management, and vasoactive medication administration.
• Strong assessment, communication, prioritization, and critical thinking skills.

Why UF Health Central Florida?

• Part of the trusted UF Health academic health system.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Access to advanced technology and evidence-based practices.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care and employee development.
• Comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.

UF Health Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.