Seasonal Registered Nurse (RN)

Lee Health; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health in Fort Myers, FL is seeking Seasonal HD and Winter Float RNs for ICU/ED/PCU to join its SRC High Demand program. The role offers flexible shifts, full-time status, and pay around $73.00–$74.59 per hour.

You will provide patient care, work across units, and support Lee Health’s Magnet-recognized care standards. Requirements include an Florida RN license, 2 years acute care experience, and current BLS (ACLS/NIHSS as applicable).

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience.
• Florida RN license required; BLS certification.
• ACLS, NIHSS; ENPC/TNCC for ED as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care per nursing process.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to plan and deliver care.
• Document care, ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Job description

Seasonal HD AND Winter Float: Non-Benefited 2027 Season (ICU, ED, PCU ONLY) (Registered Nurse RN)

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $73.00/$74.59

Location: Lee Health

Department: Staffing Resource Center

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Days and/or Nights

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $73.00/$74.59

Summary

Join Lee Healths Staffing Resource Center (SRC) High Demand/Seasonal RN Program and advance your nursing career while enjoying the Southwest Florida lifestyle.

Spend your time off on the white-sand beaches of Fort Myers, Sanibel Island, and Captiva while working for a healthcare system recognized for nursing excellence. Lee Health includes multiple Magnet-designated hospitals, reflecting the highest standards in quality, safety, and patient outcomes.

We are seeking compassionate RNs with at least two years of recent acute care experience across multiple specialties. In this role, you will provide high-quality patient care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, advocate for patients and families, and adapt to dynamic clinical environments.

This is a great opportunity for experienced nurses seeking flexibility, competitive compensation, and meaningful work in an award-winning health system where career growth meets coastal living. .

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.

High Demand staff understand they are assigned to a specific unit and will float to other acute care inpatient units within the Lee Health system according to patient care needs and documented competencies.

Registered Nurse, RN, PRN, Seasonal, Winter Seasonal, Float Pool, Flexible Scheduling, Acute Care, Hospital Nursing, Medical-Surgical, Med/Surg, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Critical Care, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU), Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU), Open Heart Intensive Care Unit (OHICU), Neuro ICU, Emergency Department (ED), Emergency Room (ER), ED Hold, Holding Unit, Telemetry, Step-Down Unit, Cross-Trained, Multi-Specialty, Inpatient Nursing. Traveler, Travl Nurse, Travel, Temporary, PRN, As Needed,

Requirements

Education:

Associate degree from accredited school of professional nursing required; bachelors degree preferred.

Experience:

Experience required. 2 years recent acute care 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.

Certifications:

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.

*ICU and PCU RN: Certifications: BLS ACLS NIHSS

*Emergency Department RN: BLS ACLS NIHSS ENPC and TNCC

License:

RN currently licensed in the State of Florida.

Other:

Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills and customer service skills required. Certification in specialty area preferred.

US:FL:Fort Myers

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.