RN 3-12 | CVICU | Nights | Full Time

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers high-quality, patient-centered care through the application of the nursing process, evidence-based practice, and professional nursing standards. The RN is accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

This role maintains responsibility and accountability for assigned patients, including oversight of delegated activities performed by Technical Nurses, Patient Care Associates, Sitters, and other support staff. The RN may also serve in a charge nurse capacity when assigned and is expected to provide care appropriate to the age and developmental needs of the patient population served.

Patient Population Served

• All Age Groups

The UF Health Cardiac Critical Care Service Line includes a 17-bed Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) and a 24-bed Coronary Care Unit (CCU), united under one leadership team to provide seamless, high-quality care for adult cardiac medicine and cardiac surgery patients from admission through discharge. The CVICU delivers high-acuity critical care, including advanced life-support therapies such as invasive hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical circulatory support (Impella & Intra Aortic Balloon Pump), CRRT, temporary pacing, advanced airway management, and ECMO, while the CCU manages intermediate-level patients from the same population. Patients include those with acute coronary syndromes, heart failure, arrhythmias, cardiogenic shock, post–cardiac arrest, and those recovering from CABG, valve and structural heart procedures (TAVR), PCI, ablations, and pacemaker placement. Nurses are cross-trained in cardiac surgery and cardiac medicine care and supported by a structured professional development pathway that allows progression from intermediate to advanced open-heart and critical care roles. Care is delivered in all-private rooms with 4:1 CCU and 2:1 CVICU nurse-patient ratios, supported by an engaged charge nurse and a multidisciplinary team of physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, therapists, and specialized nursing roles, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and excellent patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care using the nursing process.
• Assess, monitor, and evaluate patient conditions and responses to treatment.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate care and ensure continuity across the patient care continuum.
• Delegate tasks appropriately while maintaining accountability for patient outcomes.
• Function as Charge Nurse when assigned.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Adhere to organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards of practice.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, patient satisfaction, and teamwork.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited school of nursing required.
• Nurses hired on or after June 14, 2017, must obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution within three (3) years of hire or transfer into the position.
• Employees hired or transferred prior to established organizational BSN requirements will remain subject to the conditions outlined in their offer letter and applicable organizational policies.

Experience

• Less than one (1) year of related nursing experience required.

Licensure

• Current Florida Registered Nurse license, or eligibility for Florida RN licensure with confirmation of eligibility pending issuance upon receipt of Social Security Number.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross required on the first day of employment.

Additional department-specific certifications may include:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification

Certifications must be obtained within department-specific timelines as required.

 

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Experience

• One (1) year of clinical nursing experience

Certifications

• Specialty nursing certification relevant to clinical practice area

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patient care responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and healthcare technology systems.
• Ability to adapt to evolving clinical practices, technology, and patient care needs.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.

Join a team dedicated to advancing patient care, fostering professional growth, and delivering exceptional healthcare outcomes for the communities we serve.