Description
Acute Care Registered Nurses (RNs) - Up to $15,400 in Relocation/Hiring Incentives
Lee Health
Fort Myers area, FL
Full time, part time and PRN Opportunities
Days (7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.) and Nights (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.)
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $30.27 - $40.86 / hour (more based on experience)
Shift Differential: $6.00/hour for night shift
Once again, Lee Health Hospitals have ranked in the TOP 2% of Hospitals in the U.S. per Healthgrades. We are on the Magnet Journey with 3 out of 5 Hospitals already receiving Magnet Designation!
Learn why Nurses value the career growth with one of the largest non-profit health systems and a national leader in healthcare.
The following departments are currently hiring experienced RN's who have recently worked in the Acute Care Setting:
- Cardiology
- Neurology
- Orthopedics
- Oncology
- Operating Room
- Peri-Anesthesia Care
- Med / Surg Tele
- Progressive Care
- Intensive Care
- Emergency Department
New Grads or those who have been away from the bedside are encouraged to explore our Nurse Residency Program: https://jobs.leehealth.org/job/18373/intern-rn-new-graduate-nurse-residency-nurse-residency-us-fl-fort-myers-83125-1/
Living outside of the area? We offer up to $15,400 in relocation reimbursements if you accept a position with us! We will also take care of the interview expenses by providing:
- Flight or mileage reimbursement
- Rental car for 2 days
- Hotel for 2 nights
- Meal reimbursement
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the safe delivery and documentation of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Perform 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. Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Support the organization’s vision and mission. Use knowledge of patient's age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contribute 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:
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required. Associates or Bachelors preferred.
- Currently licensed in the State of Florida or the ability to obtain.
- 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.
- Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. For units that require American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 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.
- Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required. Certification in specialty area preferred.
Ready to Learn More? Please apply online at: https://jobs.leehealth.org/acute-care-rn
About Lee Health:
Join us at Lee Health and be valued as a person, not just an employee, within a culture built on teamwork, 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. Come be recognized for your personal contributions with your new family at Lee Health and let our growth be the catalyst for your success.
Lee Health is one of the largest nonprofit health systems in Florida, with more than 1 million patient contacts each year. Our system includes four acute care hospitals: Lee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospital, as well as Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. In addition, we offer care through more than 90 physician offices, a growing Home Health division, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and more.
Join us and be valued for being you!
Lee Health is a drug/tobacco-free employer. EOE
