Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit

Lee Health; Cypress Cove Villas (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Housing stipend

Job summary

Lee Health in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 6N Observation Unit. Full-time days shift, at HealthPark Medical Center, with a starting hourly pay rate between $30.27 and $40.86. Eligible for a $7,000 relocation bonus and a housing stipend of $1,800/month for 3 months for qualifying candidates.

This Magnet-recognized system emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and patient-centered care, offering opportunities to advance across a Southwest Florida health network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required; Associates or Bachelors preferred.
• Experience in nursing required; competency assessment may be required by department.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; basic computer skills and customer service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and document patient care using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure effective, efficient patient care delivery.
• Care for patients with attention to age and cultural diversity and adhere to regulatory standards.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Associates degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit

Location: 9981 So HealthPark Circle,Fort Myers,FL 33908
Category: Observation Nursing
Type: Full Time
Schedule: Days
Job Ref: 100625

Location: HealthPark Medical Center - 9981 So HealthPark Circle Fort Myers FL 33908

Department: 6N Observation Unit

Work Type: Full Time

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

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

• Hiring Incentive:$7,000 relocation bonus, plus $1,800 per month housing stipend for 3 months, for those who qualify

At Lee Health, nurses dont just work in a Magnet environment they help define it.

Join us and be valued as a person, not just an employee, within a culture built onteamwork, empowerment, and continuous improvement. We have created something truly exceptional in Southwest Florida, with careers for compassionate health care professionals eager to realize their full potential across a diversity of opportunities throughout our health system. Lee Health believes ingrowth, education, and advancement.

Learn more about Lee Health by clicking the following link:

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 patient's 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.

Lee Health
is located in
Fort Myers/
Cape Coral,
Florida

“ My leadership has been very supportive in my goals. The program for new nurses really helped me acclimate, not only to my floor, but to nursing in general.”

– Michael, Oncology RN

Lee Health's Magnet Journey to Nursing Excellence

HealthPark Medical Center and Cape Coral Hospital have achieved Magnet Recognition while Golisano Children's Hospital achieved Magnet Recognition with Distinction! Gulf Coast Medical Center and Lee Memorial Hospital are actively progressing on their Magnet journey.

Why Do RNs Choose Lee Health?

• Shared Governance


• Clinical Practice Council


• Professional Practice Nursing Model


• Unit-based Clinical Educators and Clinical Coaches


• Accredited Nurse Residency Program

We know you have countless opportunities on where and when you want to practice.

At Lee Health, we're committed to providing you with the options and flexibility you deserve to create the role that works for you - and works around your life's priorities.