Night Shift Registered Nurse — Lead Care & Collaboration

Health First; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Health First in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide direct and in-direct patient care in a collaborative environment. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, care coordination, and patient/family engagement.

The RN will administer medications, document care, participate in rounds, and support discharge planning while adhering to safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Education: ASN or Nursing Diploma; new graduates considered based on unit needs.
• Florida RN licensure or endorsement required.
• AHA BLS Healthcare Provider before start date and maintained.
• Additional unit-specific certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIHSS).
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in EMR systems and patient documentation.
• Must maintain competency validations and continuing education.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective nursing care across the care continuum.
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and document care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team; participate in rounds and discharge planning.
• Spot and respond to changes in patient condition with appropriate interventions.
• Educate patients and families using teach-back for engagement and safe transitions.
• Follow safety protocols and infection prevention practices.
• Utilize Health First technology systems for documentation and care plans.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and HRO initiatives.
• Support precepting, mentoring, and onboarding of new associates and students.
• Promote a culture of communication at the bedside.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

EMR proficiency

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

ASN or Nursing Diploma

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Health First in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide direct and in-direct patient care in a collaborative environment. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, care coordination, and patient/family engagement.

The RN will administer medications, document care, participate in rounds, and support discharge planning while adhering to safety and infection control standards.