ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Florida
ICU Registered Nurse jobs in Florida are among the most actively recruited critical care positions in the country, driven by the state's large and aging population and concentrated across major hospital systems, trauma centers, and academic medical facilities. The heaviest hiring is in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where employers like HCA Florida, AdventHealth, and Jackson Health System maintain large critical care operations. The most in-demand specialties include cardiac ICU, neuro ICU, and trauma intensive care nursing, with openings available from new graduates completing residency programs through senior charge nurses. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 20, 2026
- Length: 14 weeks
- Openings: 8
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a 14-bed critical care unit requiring 2 years of ICU experience and Epic EMR familiarity.
Details
- Work in a 14-bed ICU, covering both 7N and 8N ICU floors
- Patient-to-nurse ratio of 2:1
- Common diagnoses include respiratory failure, ESRD, CHF, septic shock, and cardiac arrest
- 12-hour day shifts, 3 shifts per week
- Uses Epic EMR
- Floating required, with travelers prioritized to float, including to sister campuses within 15-20 minutes
- No on-call responsibilities
Requirements
- Active FL or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred
- Degree accreditation must be documented on candidate profile
- Driver's license address must match address on file with the Board of Nursing
Additional Information
- Work as part of a collaborative unit where travelers are expected to function as core staff
- Scrub color requirement: Galaxy Blue and White
- Orientation begins on a Friday, including remote orientation and an in-person visit for badge/ID
- All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted prior to start; no approvals after submission
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility
- Hard document deadline is the Monday prior to start date, with no exceptions for pending documents
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 20, 2026
- Length: 14 weeks
- Openings: 8
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a 14-bed critical care unit requiring 2 years of ICU experience and Epic EMR familiarity.
Details
- Work in a 14-bed ICU, covering both 7N and 8N ICU floors
- Patient-to-nurse ratio of 2:1
- Common diagnoses include respiratory failure, ESRD, CHF, septic shock, and cardiac arrest
- 12-hour day shifts, 3 shifts per week
- Uses Epic EMR
- Floating required, with travelers prioritized to float, including to sister campuses within 15-20 minutes
- No on-call responsibilities
Requirements
- Active FL or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred
- Degree accreditation must be documented on candidate profile
- Driver's license address must match address on file with the Board of Nursing
Additional Information
- Work as part of a collaborative unit where travelers are expected to function as core staff
- Scrub color requirement: Galaxy Blue and White
- Orientation begins on a Friday, including remote orientation and an in-person visit for badge/ID
- All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted prior to start; no approvals after submission
- Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility
- Hard document deadline is the Monday prior to start date, with no exceptions for pending documents
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Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.
ICU Registered Nurse Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- BayCare Health System27
- UF Health16
- AdventHealth Daytona Beach16
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions11
- American Traveler10
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in ICU registered nurse jobs across Florida.
- Active Florida Registered Nurse license issued by the Florida Board of Nursing
- Current ACLS and BLS certification required for all ICU nursing positions
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or critical care nursing experience preferred
- CCRN certification strongly preferred by most Florida hospital systems
- Proficiency with mechanical ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring, and vasoactive drip management
ICU Registered Nurse Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a icu registered nurse in Florida?
To become an icu registered nurse in Florida, you must first earn a nursing degree, either an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, then pass the NCLEX-RN exam and obtain an active Florida Registered Nurse license through the Florida Board of Nursing. From there, most hospitals require or strongly prefer applicants to complete a dedicated ICU orientation or new-grad critical care residency program before independent practice in the unit.
How much do ICU registered nurses make in Florida?
ICU registered nurses in Florida earn a median of about $84,190 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,970 for the lowest 10% to over $120,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire icu registered nurses in Florida?
Employers hiring icu registered nurses in Florida right now include BayCare Health System, UF Health, and AdventHealth Daytona Beach, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Florida's large integrated health systems tend to post the most consistent ICU openings given the state's high patient volume and year-round demand for critical care services.
Which Florida cities have the most icu registered nurse jobs?
Tampa, Jacksonville, and Orlando lead Florida for icu registered nurse openings, reflecting the concentration of Level I trauma centers, large academic medical centers, and multi-hospital health systems in those metros. Smaller and suburban markets on the list tend to be anchored by regional hospital campuses run by the same major systems that dominate the larger cities.
Are there remote icu registered nurse jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Bedside intensive care nursing is inherently hands-on, so the vast majority of icu registered nurse roles in Florida require on-site presence. About 0% of icu registered nurse openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in tele-ICU monitoring, utilization review, or case management rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a icu registered nurse in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a critical care nurse residency or new-graduate fellowship, programs that HCA Florida, AdventHealth, and Jackson Health System run specifically for nurses without ICU experience. Candidates with medical-surgical, step-down, or emergency department backgrounds are the most competitive candidates for internal transfers into ICU roles. Obtaining ACLS certification and holding a Florida Board of Nursing RN license before applying gives applicants a clear edge in the selection process.
Where can I find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to icu registered nurse jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across hospital systems, trauma centers, and specialty facilities. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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