Registered Nurse-(RN) Observation PCU 2E

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida; Cape Coral, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health in Cape Coral is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Observation PCU 2E. This full-time role delivers patient care through the nursing process and collaborates with the care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Qualified candidates will be licensed in Florida, have BLS, and possess strong communication and computer skills. Relocation incentives and competitive pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing; Associates or Bachelors preferred.
• Current Florida nursing license.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association, valid at least 90 days after hire.
• Experience in nursing and ability to complete competency assessment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, basic computer, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and document patient care using nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Coordinate with the care team to ensure safe delivery and quality outcomes.
• Provide compassionate, patient-focused care in the Observation PCU/PCU setting.
• Adhere to nursing practice standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Registered nurse (Florida license)

Associate or Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

• Registered Nurse-(RN) Observation PCU 2E

Description

Location: Cape Coral Hospital - 636 Del Prado Blvd Cape Coral FL 33990

Department: Observation PCU 2E

Work Type: Full Time

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

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

Relocation/ Housing Incentive up to: $12,400

Summary

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to grow while making a meaningful impact on your patients care? Our Observation Unit/Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for dedicated nurses to join our team!

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.

Supported by over 10,000 dedicated employees and 4,500 volunteers and auxilians, Lee Health remains the bedrock of our community by offering acute care, emergency care, rehabilitative and diagnostic services, health and wellness education, community outreach and advocacy programs throughout the five county region. We continue to invest back into our community to improve facilities, add services and extending care to those who need it most – in their own back yard.