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Job Summary and Qualifications
The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.
- Assesses patient pain regularly to promote effective pain management, including reassessments after appropriate intervention.
- Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
- Performs exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
- Teaches patients/families/caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding.
- Teaches patients/families/caregivers about any non-medicinal follow-up measures, such as healthy diet and exercise, disease prevention, and/or other lifestyle changes. Prepares patients and families/caregivers for future self-management.
What qualifications you will need:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
- (RN) Registered Nurse
- Emergency Nurse Pediatric Cour, or PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt, or Registered Nurse Diploma, or Associate Degree must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date
- No Travel Required
- 1 years experience Required Years of Experience
Benefits
HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
About HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital
HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, opening Spring 2026, is a 90-bed, state-of-the-art acute care facility offering comprehensive emergency services, advanced surgical care, and a 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit. As part of HCA Florida Healthcare and the broader HCA Healthcare network of 650+ sites, we are committed to improving more lives in more ways and serving the Gainesville community.
Key Specialties
- Emergency Medicine – Comprehensive emergency care services
- Orthopedic Surgery – Advanced procedures for bones, joints, and musculoskeletal conditions
- Spine Surgery – Specialized care for spinal disorders and injuries
- General Surgery – Full range of surgical treatments for diverse conditions
- Minimally Invasive Surgery – Laparoscopic and robotic techniques for faster recovery and reduced complications
- Inpatient Rehabilitation – 30-bed unit for post-surgical and injury recovery
Why Join Us
- Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital opening in Spring 2026
- Work with cutting-edge technology and innovative surgical techniques
- Join a collaborative, patient-centered team committed to excellence
- Access career growth opportunities within HCA Healthcare’s nationwide network
- Make a difference in the Gainesville community while advancing your career
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Gainesville. Apply now and become part of HCA Florida Healthcare’s mission to improve more lives in more ways.
Be a part of an organization that leverages our size to make a real impact in our industry! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our RN Emergency Gainesville Hosp PRN opening. Submit your application today and help advance the practice of nursing.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.