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• ICU (Days or Nights) |

Fort Walton Beach, FL Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse to join our dynamic critical care team in Fort Walton Beach, Florida . The ideal candidate will deliver exceptional, patient-centered care to critically ill patients requiring close monitoring and frequent assessments. This role offers the opportunity to work with a supportive, collaborative team in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment focused on excellence and patient safety.

Responsibilities:

Serve as a patient and family advocate, ensuring privacy, dignity, and understanding throughout the care process Perform comprehensive patient assessments and respond promptly to changes in condition Provide education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, and medications Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate individualized plans of care Maintain a strong focus on continuous improvement and evidence-based practice Adhere to all infection control, safety, and hospital policy standards

Qualifications:

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of recent (within last 3 years) acute care experience in ER, ICU, or

CVICU PCU/IMCU

nurses with 2+ years of experience may also be considered

Education:

Associate Degree required; BSN preferred

Licensure:

Active Florida RN license or Compact State RN license (must apply for FL license before start) RNs with 3+ years of experience and a Compact License may proceed immediately (must still apply for FL license) RNs with less than 3 years of experience must pass the NCLEX in Florida prior to consideration if not already licensed

Certifications:

BLS

• required ACLS
• within 6 months of hire Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
• within 90 days of hire Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
• within 90 days of hire CCRN preferred Ideal candidates demonstrate excellent critical thinking skills, adaptability under pressure, and a passion for providing compassionate, evidence-based care.

Position Details:

Location:

Fort Walton Beach, FL Shifts Available:

Days (Rotating Weekends) Nights (Rotating Weekends)

Unit:

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Environment:

Supportive and team-driven critical care setting dedicated to patient safety and quality outcomes 

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range:

$26.40

• $39.

60 per hour (based on experience) $36.30/hr (approx. 10 years' experience) $39.60/hr (approx. 18+ years' experience)

Shift Differentials:

Nights:

+$4.25/hr

Specialty:

+$1.50/hr

Sign-On Bonus:

$10,000 (Days) / $15,000 (Nights)

Relocation Assistance:

Case-by-case basis