Manager Intensive Care Unit RN | Fort Walton-Destin, FL

Manager Intensive Care Unit RN | Fort Walton-Destin, FL
Full-Time | Mixed Shifts (Days & PM, weekend coverage coordinated with team) | $95,000 to $105,000/yr (up to $108$ -110K for exceptional candidates)
Relocation Assistance: Case by case | Sign-On: N/A

Overview

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is seeking a dynamic ICU Manager to oversee daily operations and nursing practice within our Critical Care Department (42 beds across ICU/CVICU towers). This leadership role ensures high-quality, patient-centered care, staff accountability, and operational efficiency, while supporting the hospitals mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and workflow of ICU units.

• Implement evidence-based practices to improve patient safety and outcomes.

• Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, regulatory standards, and quality benchmarks.

• Manage admissions, discharges, and throughput efficiently.

• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient care.

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development for nursing staff.

• Monitor unit finances, supply usage, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Support employee engagement and foster a culture of accountability and transparency.

Qualifications

Required:

• Recent (within 1 year) Acute Care leadership experience in Critical Care as a Charge RN, Supervisor, or Manager:

  • Charge RN: 5+ years experience

  • Manager: 2+ years experience

  • Supervisor: 3+ years experience

• Florida RN license

• BLS and ACLS certifications upon hire

• Experience with ICU patient populations including neuro, surgical, trauma, and respiratory care

Preferred:

• BSN degree (ADN acceptable if currently enrolled in BSN program)

• Strong leadership and operational management skills

Department & Facility Details

• Beds: 42 Critical Care (18 ICU/CVICU, 23 main ICU)

• Staffing: ~135 personnel (Managers, Clinical Nurse Coordinators, RNs, New Grad RNs, Nurse Externs, Unit Secretaries)

• Reporting Structure: Reports to Director of Critical Care ACNO CNO

• Hospital: 336 licensed beds, Level II Trauma Center, 2 freestanding ERs

• Reason for opening: Manager promoted; prior vacancy filled

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $95K to $105K/year (negotiable to $108-$110K for strong candidates)

• Annual Merit Increases: Every July

• Relocation Assistance: Case by case

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:

  • Medical, dental, vision coverage

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid time off, family leave, disability coverage

  • Tuition reimbursement, student loan support, and certification assistance

  • Employee wellness programs and counseling

Ideal Candidate

A proven ICU leader with hands-on experience in critical care, operational management, and staff development. Someone who can balance clinical oversight with strategic leadership, ensuring high-quality care, staff engagement, and departmental efficiency.

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