HCA Florida Ocala Hospital is recruiting a Dayhawk CRNA to join its busy surgical program at a 323-bed, American College of Surgeons-verified Level I Trauma Center in Ocala, Florida. The position features a highly structured rotation — just 17.3 weeks worked per year — paired with a $150,000 start-date bonus and competitive Dayhawk stipends, making this one of the more financially compelling CRNA opportunities in the Southeast. The facility is a nationally ranked surgical destination with 15 operating rooms, a broad adult case mix, and dual-hospital privileges across a combined 585-bed system.
Perks and Benefits
- $150,000 start-date bonus
- Excellent base pay plus highly competitive Dayhawk stipends
- Annual retention bonus
- Relocation assistance provided
- Licensure assistance provided
- CME funds included
- Dual-hospital privileges at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital
Practice Highlights
- Dayhawk schedule: 11a–11p Monday–Friday and 7a–7p Saturday/Sunday; 1 week on / 2 weeks off rotation — only 17.3 weeks worked per year
- 15 operating rooms with a diverse adult case mix: General, GYN, ENT, Urology, Orthopedic, Spine, Vascular, Cardiovascular, Neuro, Robotics, and GI services; some acute trauma cases included
- No OB and no Pediatrics
- 323-bed Level I Trauma Center — the highest designation, verified by the American College of Surgeons
- Combined 585-bed hospital system (HCA Florida Ocala Hospital + HCA Florida West Marion Hospital) plus five freestanding emergency departments
- Designated Comprehensive Stroke Center; only Commission on Cancer-approved cancer center in Marion County
- Healthgrades-ranked among the 250 best hospitals in America overall; top 50 nationally for surgical care and vascular surgery; top 100 nationally for joint replacement, orthopedic, prostate, and spinal surgeries
- Nationally recognized for patient safety, cardiac services, critical and emergency care, and neurological and rehabilitation services
- Outpatient network includes HCA Florida Ocala Imaging Center, six Family Care Specialists primary care locations throughout Marion County, and three surgical and physician specialty practices
- Multi-million dollar facility expansion completed to expand capacity and services for Ocala and surrounding communities
Qualifications
- Minimum two years of CRNA clinical experience required
- Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program; CRNA certification required
- Active Florida APRN license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with a broad adult surgical case mix including acute trauma; OB and Pediatrics experience not required for this role
About the Community
Ocala sits just south of Gainesville in north-central Florida — roughly 90 minutes from both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts — offering affordable housing, no Florida state income tax, and a relaxed pace that larger metros cannot match. Known internationally as the "Horse Capital of the World," the city is surrounded by world-class equestrian facilities, the Ocala National Forest, and Silver Springs State Park, providing year-round outdoor recreation from trail riding to freshwater springs. Families benefit from strong public schools and a tight-knit community feel, while Orlando, Tampa, and Gainesville are all within easy driving distance for cultural events, major airports, and additional amenities.