Operating Room RN (Up to $15,400 Sign on/Relocation to Fort Myers) (Fort Myers)

Location: All Lee Health Campuses

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Variable

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $33.37 - $45.05 / hour

Job Summary

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.

Be part of a team where your skills and compassion make a real difference!

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical staff to ensure optimal outcomes
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold all safety and infection control protocols
• Educate patients and families regarding post-op instructions and care

Why Join Us?

• Generous Relocation Incentive of $10,000 for RN's with at least 2 years of nursing experience
• Housing Allowance of $1,800 for 3 months for candidates relocating more than 50 miles
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for continued education and professional development
• Focused patient care with efficient case turnover and a steady workflow

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.

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

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