Registered Nurse Cardiac Observation

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health's Cardiac Observation Unit at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Fort Myers, FL is seeking an experienced RN to support patients undergoing advanced cardiac procedures. The role emphasizes high-quality, patient-centered care through the nursing process and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The position requires completion of an accredited nursing program, Florida RN licensure, and BLS certification, with experience in cardiac care preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Associates or Bachelors in nursing preferred.
• Current Florida RN license.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using the nursing process with assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Prepare and recover patients undergoing advanced cardiac procedures such as catheterizations, stent placements, pacemaker insertions and ablations.
• Document patient care accurately and communicate findings across the care team.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure safe, effective and timely patient care.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing

Associates or Bachelors in nursing preferred

Job description

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

Department: Cardiac Observation

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to

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

Summary

Join Lee Healths Cardiac Observation Unit located at Gulf Coast Medical Center, where youll play a vital role in preparing and recovering patients undergoing advanced cardiac procedures, including cardiac catheterizations, stent placements, pacemaker insertions, and ablations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled RN to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care while supporting patients through critical moments in their cardiac care journey.

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.

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