RN 3-12 | SICU | Days | Full Time

UF Health•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

UF Health Jacksonville seeks an ICU Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to critically ill surgical and trauma patients in a high-acuity intensive care environment. The RN uses advanced assessment, clinical judgment, and critical care skills to manage complex patient needs while promoting patient safety and exceptional outcomes. The position operates under the direction of the Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager and may include serving as Charge Nurse when assigned. The patient population includes adolescents (13–17 years), adults (18–64 years), and geriatric patients (65+ years). The role is based in an academic health system and Level I Trauma Center, working with multidisciplinary surgical and trauma teams. UF Health Jacksonville describes opportunities for professional development, specialty certification support, and career advancement.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
New hires effective June 14, 2017, must obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program within three years of hire or transfer into the position.
Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association, required within six months of hire or transfer for SICU.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association, required within six months of hire or transfer for SICU.
One to two years of Critical Care/ICU Registered Nurse experience, or successful completion of the UF Health Jacksonville Critical Care Fellowship Program.
Knowledge of the Florida Nurse Practice Act and professional nursing standards.
Ability to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care in a fast-paced critical care setting.
Proficiency with critical care monitoring systems, equipment, and technology.
Strong assessment, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills.
Commitment to exceptional patient- and family-centered care.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Two or more years of Critical Care/ICU Registered Nurse experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver direct patient care to critically ill surgical and trauma patients in a high-acuity intensive care environment.
Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop and implement individualized care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes.
Monitor patient condition and respond to changes using critical thinking and evidence-based interventions.
Administer medications, blood products, and specialized therapies in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
Operate and monitor advanced critical care equipment and technologies.
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care.
Educate patients and families about treatment plans, procedures, and recovery expectations.
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and compassionate care.
Participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities.
Perform staff nurse responsibilities and serve as Charge Nurse, providing leadership support, when assigned.