Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - $15 per hour

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Pet insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Health savings account

Life insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking an RN for Med Surg in Tampa, Florida. The role involves direct patient care in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment and requires active enrollment in an ASN or BSN program, plus a CNA license in Florida.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, documenting care, and maintaining safety and infection control standards. 36 hours per week with 12-hour day shifts; Staff employment type.

Qualifications

• Assists with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Maintains accurate patient care documentation.
• Supports infection prevention and patient safety standards.
• Responds to emergencies and follows escalation procedures.
• Prioritizes tasks in a high-acuity setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care assistance, including activities of daily living.
• Assist licensed nursing staff with delegated patient care activities per clinical protocols.
• Observe patient condition and report changes to licensed staff.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities.
• Support patient safety, infection prevention, and environmental cleanliness standards.
• Respond to emergencies and follow escalation procedures.
• Prioritize tasks and manage resources in a high-acuity environment.

Skills

ADL assistance

Mobility support

Documentation

Safety & infection control

Emergency response

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA license (FL DOH)

ASN or BSN program enrollment

Job description

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg for a nursing job in Tampa, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Staff

The Patient Care Technician provides direct and indirect patient care services under the supervision of licensed nursing staff. The role supports the delivery of safe, timely, and patient-centered care by assisting with basic clinical and supportive care needs in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment. The Patient Care Technician practices in alignment with organizational values, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct patient care assistance, including support with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, safety, and comfort measures.
• Assist licensed nursing staff with delegated patient care activities according to established clinical protocols. Observe patient condition and promptly report changes or concerns to licensed nursing staff.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to patient care activities.
• Support patient safety, infection prevention, and environmental cleanliness standards.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and follow escalation procedures.
• Prioritize assigned tasks and utilize resources effectively in a high-acuity clinical environment.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Certified Nursing Assistant license from FL DOH

Nursing Students

• Must be actively enrolled in an ASN or BSN program
• have completed Fundamentals of Nursing
• Must upload unofficial transcript

Tampa General Hospital Job ID #260003QY. Posted job title: Patient Care Tech - Med Surg RN

About Tampa General Hospital

Tampa General Hospital is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with approximately 15,000 team members and providers, is one of the region’s largest employers.

Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-26 and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in six specialties. Additionally, Tampa General is ranked as “High Performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 18 procedures and conditions.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Pet insurance
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Health savings account
• Health Care FSA
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs