Registered Nurse (RN) STEPDOWN

Wellington Regional Medical Center; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Student loan refinancing

Career development

Job summary

Wellington Regional Medical Center in Wellington, FL is seeking a Registered Nurse for night shift to deliver high-quality care across units with a focus on stroke patients. You will collaborate with physicians, therapists and support teams to implement care plans and ensure patient safety while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered service.

Ideal candidates hold Florida RN licensure, BLS and ACLS certifications, and have experience in acute care settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program and Florida license.
• BLS certification required; ACLS or obtained within three months.
• Experience in acute care and stroke care a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, competent bedside nursing care per policies.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure patient safety and quality.
• Monitor stroke patients, participate in stroke alerts and CT preparation.
• Maintain ongoing stroke knowledge with annual training.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Stroke care

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) or BSN

Job description

Responsibilities

Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity – Night Shift

Wellington Regional Medical Center is Wellington Regional Medical Center is located in Wellington, Florida. It is a 235-bed, acute care hospital, owned by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., a highly respected healthcare management organization.

Wellington Regional is proud to have provided high quality healthcare services to the residents of Palm Beach County since 1986. As a community hospital, accredited by The Joint Commission, Wellington Regional prides itself on its continued commitment to remain on the forefront of advanced technologies and expand programs and services to meet the needs of the growing community it serves.

We promote an environment that fosters compassion, teamwork, innovation and opportunities for professional growth. Our mission is supported by our commitment to fair and ethical treatment for all.

Service excellence is a part of all we do at Wellington Regional Medical Center. Our team is guided and held accountable by the following core standards:

• Treat everyone as a guest by making a good first impression, anticipating needs and displaying service recovery skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism and excellence by looking professional, taking responsibility for our actions and delivering excellence in our everyday work.
• Practice teamwork by actively participating in decision-making and process improvement, communicating effectively and focusing on the problem/issue, not the person.

If our core standards inspire you, Wellington Regional Medical Center is a place where your career can grow.

Here, safety is more than a priority—it’s our guiding value, and we’re committed to achieving zero preventable harm. We do what’s right, learn from every experience, and create a supportive environment where every team member can thrive.

Join us and become part of a community committed to excellence where caring for one another is at the heart of everything we do.

Our nursing teams feature a top-of-license approach utilizing a reliable cohort of RNs, LPNs & Clinical Managers all dedicated to patient safety and quality care.

As a Wellington Regional Medical Center employee, you will be part of a first-class organization offering:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Educational Assistance
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses

What do our current nurses value at Wellington Regional Medical Center & UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn and advance in your career through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager‑in‑training programs and nursing executive tract. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, we are a System of Care and you have a voice.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Registered Nurse (RN) Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited or NLN‑approved RN program.
• Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
• BLS (current upon hire)
• ACLS, and/or required specialty training or course completion (or obtained within three months of employment) in required specialty.
• Current Florida nursing license.
• Must successfully pass any pre‑employment assessment(s) required by the facility.

Role and Responsibilities

Provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards and philosophy. Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. The concepts of Patient Centered Care will provide the foundation for all nursing activities. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times. Recognizes the signs and symptoms of stroke and calling a stroke alert overhead. Verbalizes stroke alert process. Assists the ICU nurse with telemedicine consult and physician examination/evaluation and transport of inpatient stroke alert to and from CT scan. Performs and documents the NIHSS and bedside swallow, assists with preparation of patient for Endovascular treatment as indicated. Provides care for stroke patients on the unit. Maintains currency in stroke knowledge by completing the annual 8 hour online training.

Qualifications

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.