Registered Nurse Med Surg Surgical Care Unit

HCA Florida Largo Hospital; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive up to $10,000

Relocation assistance may be available

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

HCA Florida Largo Hospital is seeking an RN for the Ortho Surgical Care unit to support patients recovering from elective and robotic surgeries and to build a foundation in perioperative care.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, including Physical Therapy, to promote mobility, manage pain, and prepare for discharge in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in the appropriate state.
• Strong assessment, communication and critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork.
• Experience in medical-surgical or perioperative settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-operative patients after elective, robotic, and minimally invasive procedures.
• Perform post-operative assessments and monitor for infection, bleeding, respiratory issues, and clinical changes.
• Manage and document pain control using evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapy to promote early mobility and functional recovery.
• Educate patients and families on care plans, activity restrictions, wound care, and recovery expectations.
• Coordinate care with surgeons, case managers, pharmacists, and rehabilitation teams.

Skills

RN licensure

Assessment skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Job description

External applicants who meet minimum qualifications may be eligible for up to $10,000 in sign-on incentives for this opportunity. Relocation assistance may also be available. Exclusions apply. Subject to change without notice.

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) RN Registered Nurse Ortho Surgical Care you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you – at home, at work, and at every stage in your career. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Largo Hospital which is a part of the nation’s leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Florida Largo Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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Job Summary and Qualifications

Are you passionate about surgical patient care and interested in building a future career in the Operating Room? Our Post-Surgical Medical Surgical Unit offers a unique opportunity to care for patients recovering from elective and minimally invasive robotic surgeries while developing a strong foundation in perioperative care.

Are you passionate about surgical patient care and interested in building a future career in the Operating Room? Out Post-Surgical Medical Surgical Unit offers a unique opportunity for care for patients recovering from elective and minimally invasive robotic surgeries while developing a strong foundation in perioperative care.

As a Registered Nurse on this specialized surgical unit, you will care for patients throughout their post-operative recovery journey, helping them regain mobility, manage pain, prevent complications, and prepare for discharge. Working closely with Physical Therapy and a multidisciplinary team, you will play a critical role in helping patients achieve positive outcomes and return to their highest level of function.

This unit is ideal for nurses who enjoy seeing patients recover quickly, value interdisciplinary collaboration, and are interested in gaining surgical experience that can serve as a pathway to a future career in the Operating Room, PACU, or other perioperative specialties.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from elective, robotic, and minimally invasive surgical procedures.
• Perform thorough post-operative assessments and monitor patients for signs of complications, including infection, bleeding, respiratory compromise, and changes in clinical condition.
• Assess and manage pain utilizing evidence-based practices to support recovery and patient comfort.
• Collaborate closely with Physical Therapy to promote early mobility, improve functional outcomes, and reduce length of stay.
• Facilitate patient progression through post-surgical recovery milestones and discharge readiness.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care, medications, activity restrictions, wound care, and recovery expectations.
• Coordinate care with surgeons, advanced practice providers, case managers, pharmacists, and rehabilitation teams.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately within the electronic medical record.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition using sound clinical judgment and critical thinking.

What Makes This Unit Unique

• Dedicated focus on elective and robotic surgical patient populations.
• Strong partnership with Physical Therapy to support early mobility and accelerated recovery.
• Fast-paced environment where nurses see measurable patient progress every day.
• Exposure to a wide variety of surgical specialties and procedures.
• Excellent foundation in post-operative care and surgical patient management.
• Opportunities to work closely with surgeons and perioperative teams.
• Ideal stepping stone for nurses interested in pursuing careers in the Operating Room, PACU, Surgical Services, or Perioperative Nursing.
• Supportive team environment focused on professional development and clinical growth.

Qualifications Required

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork.

Preferred

• Previous Medical-Surgical, Surgical, Orthopedic, Progressive Care, or Acute Care nursing experience preferred.
• ACLS certification preferred or obtained within designated timeframe.
• Experience caring for post-operative patients preferred.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated nurse who enjoys caring for surgical patients, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is passionate about helping patients regain independence following surgery. Successful nurses on this unit are proactive, detail-oriented, and energized by witnessing patients progress from the immediate post-operative phase through discharge.

Why Join Our Team?

Join a unit where patients come to heal and recover following life-enhancing surgical procedures. You will gain valuable experience caring for post-surgical patients, work alongside expert surgeons and rehabilitation professionals, and develop skills that provide a strong foundation for advancement into perioperative specialties. Whether you are an experienced nurse or looking to build a career path toward the Operating Room, this unit offers an exceptional opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives every day.

HCA Florida Largo Hospital is the premier healthcare provider in Pinellas County and beyond. With 455 beds and over 650 sites of care, HCA Florida Healthcare is the largest healthcare network in Florida. Our hospital offers a wide range of specialty services, including advanced cardiac care, complex GI services, kidney and liver transplantation, weight loss surgery, advanced stroke care, and robotic surgery. Our Graduate Medical Education program is affiliated with USF Morsani College of Medicine, ensuring that our patients receive the highest quality care from the most skilled and knowledgeable medical professionals. Pick HCA Florida Largo Hospital for all your healthcare needs.

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