Registered Nurse - Operating Room at Urology Surgery Center

Lee Health; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Incentive

Housing Allowance

Weekday Schedule

Job summary

Lee Health Urology Surgery Center in Fort Myers is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Operating Room team. This outpatient facility delivers safe, high-quality surgical care with a patient-focused approach.

The RN will provide perioperative nursing, collaborate with surgeons and staff, document care, and educate patients on post-op instructions. This role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no nights, weekends, or holidays, and a strong compensation package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required.
• Associates or Bachelors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold safety and infection control protocols.
• Educate patients and families on post-op instructions and care.

Skills

OR Nursing

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Location

Lee Health Urology Surgery Center - 12631 Whitehall Drive, Fort Myers FL 33971

Department

Surgery Center - Urology ASC

Work Type

Full Time

Shift

Shift 1/7:30AM to 4:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate

$33.37 - $45.05 / hour

Summary

Operating Room RN - Lee Health Urology Surgery Center

Are you looking for a nursing role that offers work-life balance without sacrificing clinical challenge? Join the LeeHealth - Urology Surgery Center, an outpatient facility dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality surgical care in a patient-focused environment. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled RegisteredNurse (RN) to join our OR team.

Be part of a team where your skills and compassion make a real difference!

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff to ensure optimal outcomes
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold all safety and infection control protocols
• Educate patients and families regarding post-op instructions and care

Why Join Us

• Monday-Friday schedule no nights, weekends, or holidays
• Generous Relocation Incentive of $10,000 for RN's with at least 2 years of nursing experience
• Housing Allowance of $1,800 for 3 months for candidates relocating more than 50 miles
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for continued education and professional development
• Focused patient care with efficient case turnover and a steady workflow

Responsible for the safe delivery and documentation of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Perform 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. Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Support the organization's vision and mission. Use knowledge of patients age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contribute 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: Must have at least one (1) year of Operating Room RN experience. 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. For units that require American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 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. Certification in specialty area preferred.

US: FL: Fort Myers