Step Down Unit | Full Time Days

UF Health•Leesburg, FL

About The Position

UF Health Leesburg is hiring a Registered Nurse for its Neuro/Stroke Medical/Step Down Unit, part of a growing Neuro & Stroke Program and Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center. The unit is intended to serve as the Neuro Hub for UF Health Central Florida, bringing together specialized neurological and stroke care, clinical expertise, education, and professional development. Nurses can strengthen neuro assessment and clinical skills, cross-train in critical care, pursue advanced stroke and neurological certifications, and participate in educational and conference opportunities within a collaborative team. Under the direction of the director or charge nurse, the RN uses the nursing process to assess patients, make nursing diagnoses, formulate care plans, implement and evaluate those plans, and facilitate patient care. The RN also performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
NIH Stroke Scale certification must be completed before the end of orientation.
Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment.
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Experience in acute care nursing.
For new graduates and candidates without neurology experience, a strong interest in learning neurology nursing and commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

Provide safe clinical care consistent with best-outcome practices and comply with all Core Measures.
Document care according to departmental standards.
Demonstrate HCAHPS behaviors that support an excellent hospital experience for patients and families.
Complete assigned work on schedule and within the allotted time frame.
Participate in departmental and hospital committees, performance improvement projects, and educational offerings for peers.
Mentor or precept new team members.
Attend staff meetings and complete required competencies and mandatory education.
Seek training, education, certification, and skill enhancement in the area of focus or specialty.
Demonstrate behavior that promotes positive interactions with physicians, peers, patients, and family members.
Perform other duties as assigned.