Registered Nurse – CVICU (Full Time, Direct Hire role)

Job Title: Registered Nurse – CVICU
Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Shift: Days Only (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

Compensation & Incentives

• Base Pay Range: $27.72/hr (entry level) to $39.60/hr (15+ years of experience)

• Specialty Differential: $1.50/hr

• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 (Days)

• Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000 (case-by-case)

Position Overview

The CVICU Registered Nurse provides advanced, high-acuity nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular patients requiring continuous monitoring and complex clinical interventions. This role requires strong clinical judgment, independence, and effective collaboration within a highly specialized critical care environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care in a CVICU setting

• Perform frequent patient assessments and respond promptly to changes in condition

• Advocate for patients and families while maintaining privacy, dignity, and confidentiality

• Educate patients and families on medications, procedures, and recovery plans

• Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams

• Demonstrate accountability for quality outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 1 year of recent (within the past 3 years) acute care experience as an ER, ICU, or CVICU RN

  • PCU/IMCU experience considered with 2+ years of experience

• Active Florida RN license or multistate compact license

  • Compact license holders must obtain a Florida license within 60 days of relocation

• Certifications:

  • BLS (required)

  • ACLS (required within 6 months of hire)

  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN

• CCRN certification (required within 2 years if not currently held)

• Strong critical thinking, adaptability, and teamwork skills

Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and leave programs

• Tuition reimbursement and education assistance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Mental health, wellness, and financial support programs

• Career advancement and leadership development opportunities

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.