Registered Nurse (RN) - OR Circulate - $33-57 per hour

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Housing allowance

Job summary

Lee Health is seeking an OR Circulate RN to join our surgical teams in Fort Myers, Florida. The role involves providing safe patient care in the operating room, documenting care, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Lee Health campuses.

Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years of OR experience, an active Florida RN license, and BLS. Relocation incentives and housing support are offered to eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of recent Operating Room experience.
• Active Florida RN license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe patient care in the OR using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with surgical teams across Lee Health campuses.
• Document care and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support and mentor staff as needed.

Skills

OR Circulate

Operating Room

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Lee Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) or Circulate for a nursing job in Fort Myers, Florida.

• Specialty: OR Circulate
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days, evenings
• Employment Type: Staff

Operating Room RN's - All Locations Available

Lee Health is seeking experienced and motivated Operating Room Registered Nurses to join our surgical teams across all Lee Health campuses. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment with access to advanced technology and a wide range of surgical specialties.

As part of our OR team, you’ll experience:

Diverse surgical cases that expand your expertise

State-of-the-art technology and evidence-based practices

A supportive, team-focused culture where your skills are valued

Generous Hiring Incentives for Qualified Candidates

We recognize the importance of your decision to join us, which is why we offer:

$10,000 relocation bonus

Housing allowance of $1,800 per month for the first 3 months (for candidates relocating from 50+ miles away)

This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to grow your career and make a lasting impact in a hospital where every case counts and every patient matters.

Take the next step in your surgical career. Join a team that’s ready when it matters most.

Summary

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: Associates degree from accredited school of professional nursing required; Bachelors preferred.

Experience Requirements: Must have at least 2 years of recent Operating Room 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. Certification requirements may vary by department. Please reference the Nursing Addendums for department specific requirements.

License Requirements: Currently licensed in the State of Florida, Compact License, or Out of State License with the ability to transfer to FL.

Other Requirements: Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required.

Lee Health Job ID #102207.

About Lee Health

Lee Health is one of the largest public health systems in the U.S. and one of the largest not-for-profit public health system and Safety Net Hospital in Florida that receives no direct tax support.

Benefits

• Employee assistance programs
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance
• Discount program
• Relocation bonus