Overview

AdventHealth Medical Group Critical Care at Central Florida

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, APRN or Physician Assistant, PA-C

Serving AdventHealth Ocala

Join a high-acuity critical care team providing advanced, collaborative care for critically ill patients in a dynamic ICU environment. Working alongside intensivists and multidisciplinary specialists, the Advanced Practice Provider plays an integral role in managing complex medical conditions, responding to emergent situations, and driving exceptional patient outcomes.

This position offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license, utilizing advanced critical care skills and procedures while serving as a key clinical resource within the care team. The APP will contribute to quality initiatives, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement efforts that support AdventHealth's commitment to whole-person care.

General Summary:

The APP under the supervision and direction of the Physician and within the credentialing standards of the Hospital: (other duties as assigned)

  • Perform advanced critical care procedures, including central and arterial line placement, pulmonary artery catheter management, intubation, extubation, and emergent airway interventions
  • Manage critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and life-support therapies
  • Play a key role in emergency response and patient stabilization efforts
  • Collaborate with intensivists and multidisciplinary teams to drive exceptional patient outcomes
  • Support innovation, quality improvement, and evidence-based critical care practices

Schedule and Unit Information:

  • 14-night shifts per month
  • Days/Nights: 7A to 7P or 7P to 7A
  • Primary Campus: AdventHealth Ocala
  • Collaborative ICU environment with strong physician and multidisciplinary support
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse and medically complex patient population

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Nursing (Acute Care APRN) or Physician Assistant Studies
  • Critical care experience required:
    • APRNs: 5+ years ICU RN experience or 3+ years practicing as an ICU APRN
    • PAs: 3+ years ICU experience or 5+ years in a surgical specialty
  • Strong procedural skills and comfort managing complex, high-acuity patients
  • Commitment to teamwork, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care

Certifications:

  • Current, valid Florida APRN or PA-C License
  • Acute Care Certificate Required for APRN’s
  • Current ACLS and BLS certification
  • FCCS, ATLS certifications (highly preferred but not required)

Hospital Description

AdventHealth Ocala is located approximately an hour and a half from Orlando and is a 421-bed facility that offers inpatient, outpatient, medical, surgical and emergency care.  It serves Marion County and the Ocala metropolitan areas which is home to many gorgeous parts.  You will be pleased to find thousands of acres of national forest, many miles of recreational trails and waterways, and beautiful horse farms and countryside.  Ocala/Marion County is nationally recognized for its top assets, such as affordable housing and lifestyle.  Designations include:  Fifth Best Place to live in America, 11th most livable city (Ocala), Top 50 Best Small Metropolitan Areas and America’s Top 100 Places to Live.