Registered Nurse 3 – Neuro Intensive Care Unit

Overview

Neurovascular Unit – UF Health Leesburg

Grow your nursing career with a growing Neuro & Stroke Program at UF Health Leesburg.

For more than 60 years, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has built a reputation as a leading medical center and comprehensive provider of healthcare services throughout the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of Florida’s largest open-heart programs, as well as world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, emergency care, and advanced stroke treatment.

A Growing Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center

UF Health Leesburg is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center (TSC), providing advanced treatment for patients experiencing acute ischemic stroke and other complex neurological conditions.

Our Neuro & Stroke Program is continuing to expand, and this unit will serve as the Neuro Hub for UF Health Central Florida, bringing together specialized neuro and stroke care, clinical expertise, education, and professional development.

Why Join Our Neuro Team?

We are building a unique neuro-focused nursing environment designed to support professional growth and clinical development.

• Strengthen your neuro assessment and clinical skills while caring for stroke and complex neurological patients.
• Cross-train in critical care and develop skills in caring for higher-acuity neuro patients.
• Pursue advanced stroke and neurological certifications.
• Participate in educational programs, professional development, and conference opportunities.
• Work within a close-knit, collaborative team that values teamwork, learning, and professional growth.
• Be part of the Neuro Hub for UF Health Central Florida and help shape the future of neuro and stroke care across the region.
• Grow alongside an expanding Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and contribute to the continued development of our Neuro & Stroke Program.

If you are passionate about neuro nursing and looking for an opportunity to learn, grow, and advance your career, we invite you to join the Neuro & Stroke team at UF Health Leesburg.

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.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to critically ill patients and want to be part of a healthcare organization committed to excellence, innovation, and improving the health of our community, we encourage you to apply today.

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