Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology

Career Land Center, LLC; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance package

Housing support provided for 3 months

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative and specialized cardiac 

Job summary

Career Land Center, LLC is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Stepdown Registered Nurse in Fort Myers to join its intermediate care team. You will provide specialized nursing care to post-operative cardiothoracic patients and monitor hemodynamic status in a high-acuity setting.

The role requires strong critical thinking, effective communication, and flexibility for floating across the system and varying shift schedules. Relocation housing support is offered for qualifying candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year cardiothoracic stepdown experience within the last 2 years.
• Active Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Strong critical-thinking and communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-acuity cardiac care.
• Flexibility with scheduling and floating requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to post-operative cardiothoracic patients.
• Monitor hemodynamic status and changes in patient conditions.
• Support recovery in stepdown/intermediate care setting.
• Collaborate with surgical teams and interdisciplinary staff.
• Document patient status and interventions accurately.
• Educate patients and families about recovery expectations.
• Adapt to staffing needs across the system.

Skills

Cardiothoracic care

Critical thinking

Assessment

Communication

Floating

Education

RN license in good standing

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

A healthcare facility in Fort Myers is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Stepdown Registered Nurse to join its intermediate care team.

This role is well-suited for a nurse who thrives in a specialized cardiac environment and is committed to supporting patients through complex post-operative recovery.

Position Overview

The Cardiothoracic Stepdown RN provides focused care for patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgery in a stepdown or intermediate care setting. This position involves close monitoring of hemodynamic status, early detection of complications, and ongoing support throughout the recovery process. Flexibility is important, as shifts may occasionally extend when surgical cases run late, and floating within the health system may be required, with a designated clinic serving as the primary base location.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to post-operative cardiothoracic patients.
• Monitor hemodynamic status and recognize changes in patient condition.
• Support recovery in a stepdown/intermediate care setting.
• Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Respond promptly to patient needs and clinical changes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient status and interventions.
• Educate patients and families regarding recovery expectations and post-operative care.
• Adapt to staffing needs across the system as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of cardiothoracic stepdown experience within the last 2 years.
• Active Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Strong critical-thinking, assessment, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity cardiac care environment.
• Flexibility with scheduling and floating requirements.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance package
• Housing support provided for 3 months ($1,800/month)
• Professional growth opportunities within a health system environment
• Collaborative and specialized cardiac care team