Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room (OR Nursing) – Fort Myers, FL

COMPENSATION: Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $33.37 – $45.05 / hour
Category: OR Nursing
Work Type: Full Time
Schedule: Days
Shift: 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Location: Fort Myers, FL 33908

Role Description:

Join the team at a state-of-the-art medical center as an Operating Room Registered Nurse and advance your career in a dynamic, high-acuity surgical environment. With 16 OR suites, you’ll be part of a collaborative perioperative team supporting a wide range of complex surgical specialties, while working alongside experienced surgeons and interdisciplinary professionals dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.

Our hospital’s Magnet Recognition Program designation reflects a culture of nursing excellence, shared governance, and professional growth. We are committed to empowering our OR nurses through ongoing education, leadership development, and opportunities to expand clinical expertise in a fast-paced yet supportive setting.

Join the Heart of Healing! 

Are you a passionate RN ready to make a difference? We’re seeking dedicated nurses to join our family in sunny Fort Myers & Cape Coral, FL. With over 100 years of service, we’re Lee County’s largest employer, with 16,000 employees, including over 5,000 nurses, and 1.4 million patient contacts annually.

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 organizations vision and mission. Use knowledge of patients 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.

Role:

• Location: Fort Myers, FL (on-site)
• Schedule/Hours: Full Time (Days)
• Shift: 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM
• Department/Focus: Operating Room
• Core Responsibilities: Safe delivery and documentation of patient care through the nursing process; coordinate care based on ANA standards and Florida Nurse Practice Act; collaborate across disciplines to ensure effective, efficient care and desired patient outcomes; contribute to quality through customer service and performance improvement.

Incentives / Relocation:

• Relocation Incentive: $10,000 for RN’s with at least 2 years of nursing experience
• Housing Allowance: $1,800 for 3 months for candidates relocating more than 50 miles
• Relocation Package (also referenced): $12,000 – $15,000+
  • $7,000 Relo paid on 1st check (non-critical care)
  • $10,000 Relo paid on 1st check (critical care)
  • $5,400 FOR EXPENSES ( $1,800/mo x 3 months; paid on the first paycheck of the month each month )

Why Choose Us?

• 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
• Earn up to $55/hour (Critical Care) / up to $50/hour non-critical care -> based on years of experience as RN
• Work in a healthcare system that values and appreciates nurses
• Be part of our award-winning team: 3 hospitals ranked top 50 in the U.S. by Healthgrades (all 4 ranked w/in the top 100)
• Magnet Status Non-Profit Hospital
• Advanced care environment including Level II Trauma Center and Level III NICU
• Join a community of 1,300 physicians and 4,500 volunteers dedicated to exceptional care. Ready to grow your career in a place where your impact matters?

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Required Qualifications:

• Education Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required. Associates or Bachelors preferred.
• Experience Requirements: Must have at least two (2) years of RN experience in an Operating Room. 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 AHA Healthcare Provider BLS, current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. For units that require AHA ACLS, current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. Certification requirements may vary by department.
• License Requirements: Currently licensed in the State of Florida.
• Other Requirements: Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required. Certification in specialty area preferred.