Registered Nurse

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health in Fort Myers, FL, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Med Surg unit. The role involves delivering and documenting patient care, using the nursing process and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has nursing education and Florida licensure, with BLS certification and strong communication skills. This is a full-time position requiring shift 1, at Gulf Coast Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing; Associates or Bachelors preferred.
• Experience: Experience required. May vary by department per Nursing Addendums.
• Certification: BLS—American Heart Association Healthcare Provider, valid for at least 90 days after hire.
• License: Currently licensed in the State of Florida.
• Other: Strong communication and interpersonal skills; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and document patient care using the nursing process.
• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality outcomes.
• Demonstrate professional development and leadership within the unit.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

BLS Certified

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Location: Gulf Coast Medical Center - 13681 Doctor's Way Fort Myers FL 33912

Department: Med Surg

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$30.27 - $40.86 / hour

Summary

Responsible for the safe delivery and documentation of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Performs responsibilities in five areas of nursing practice utilizing critical thinking, management, problem solving and differentiation of urgency in the role of: clinician, teacher, researcher, leadership and professional development. Responsible for directing and coordinating nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards subscribed to by American Nursing Association and in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act and other regulatory standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Uses knowledge of patients age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. The nurse practice is guided by the code of ethics for nurses with interpretative statements.

Requirements

Education Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required; Associates or Bachelors preferred.

Experience Requirements: Experience required. Qualified individuals will successfully complete the competency assessment. Experience requirements may vary by department. Please reference the Nursing Addendums for department specific requirements.

Certification Requirements: Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. Certification requirements may vary by department. Please reference the Nursing Addendums for department specific requirements.

License Requirements: Currently licensed in the State of Florida.

Other Requirements: Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required.

Lee Health
is located in
Fort Myers/
Cape Coral,
Florida

“ My leadership has been very supportive in my goals. The program for new nurses really helped me acclimate, not only to my floor, but to nursing in general.”

– Michael, Oncology RN

Lee Health's Magnet ® Journey to Nursing Excellence

HealthPark Medical Center and Cape Coral Hospital have achieved Magnet ® Recognition while Golisano Children's Hospital achieved Magnet ® Recognition with Distinction! Gulf Coast Medical Center and Lee Memorial Hospital are actively progressing on their Magnet ® journey.

Why Do RNs Choose Lee Health?

• Shared Governance
• Clinical Practice Council
• Professional Practice Nursing Model
• Unit-based Clinical Educators and Clinical Coaches
• Accredited Nurse Residency Program

We know you have countless opportunities on where and when you want to practice.

At Lee Health, we're committed to providing you with the options and flexibility you deserve to create the role that works for you - and works around your life's priorities.