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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