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HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Registered Nurse to coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across departments, following established nursing models and collaborating with physicians and care teams.
The role emphasizes pain management, timely documentation, responsive patient assistance, and education for patients and families about conditions, treatments, and self-management.
Strong staffing Support when it matters most. Technology and tools that streamline patient monitoring and communication to help you work more efficiently. Robust supply chains to keep you fully equipped. Ongoing clinical education to improve your skills. As a Registered Nurse at HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, you’ll have all the staffing support, technology and resources you need to deliver safe, high-quality care—so you can focus on what you do best.
The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.
Assesses patient pain regularly to promote effective pain management, including reassessments after appropriate intervention.
Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
Performs exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
Teaches patients/families/caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.
Teaches patients/families/caregivers about any non-medicinal follow-up measures, such as healthy diet and exercise, disease prevention, and/or other lifestyle changes. Prepares patients and families/caregivers for future self-management.
Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
(RN) Registered Nurse
Emergency Nurse Pediatric Cour, or PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt, or Registered Nurse Diploma, or Associate Degree must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date
No Travel Required
1 years experience Required Years of Experience
HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location
HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, opening Spring 2026 , is a 90-bed, state-of-the-art acute care facility offering comprehensive emergency services, advanced surgical care, and a 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit . As part of HCA Florida Healthcare and the broader HCA Healthcare network of 650+ sites , we are committed to improving more lives in more ways and serving the Gainesville community.
Emergency Medicine – Comprehensive emergency care services
Orthopedic Surgery – Advanced procedures for bones, joints, and musculoskeletal conditions
Spine Surgery – Specialized care for spinal disorders and injuries
General Surgery – Full range of surgical treatments for diverse conditions
Minimally Invasive Surgery – Laparoscopic and robotic techniques for faster recovery and reduced complications
Inpatient Rehabilitation – 30-bed unit for post-surgical and injury recovery
Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital opening in Spring 2026
Work with cutting-edge technology and innovative surgical techniques
Join a collaborative, patient-centered team committed to excellence
Access career growth opportunities within HCA Healthcare’s nationwide network
Make a difference in the Gainesville community while advancing your career
"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."
Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC
Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive
HCA Healthcare
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.