Registered Nurse (RN) - DOU - Direct Observation Unit
Lee Memorial Hospital
Fort Myers, FL
3x12 hrs, Nights
$30-41/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care817 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Pet insurance
- Life insurance
- Discount program
Qualifications
- Definitive Observation Unit Nurse (2 years)
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Location:Lee Memorial Hospital -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901
Department: Progressive Care Unit B
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Shift 3/7:00:00 PM to 7:30:00 AM
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$30.27 - $40.86 / hour
Hiring Incentives: $7,000.00 to relocation - from 50 miles away or more. Payable in the first paycheck. $1,800.00 for housing - for 3 months. Paid monthly.
PCU Observation: 20 bed Unit 1:4 RN to PT ratio Short Stay unit. Fast paced unit. Admission/Discharges- pts coming in from the ED. Pysch patients also admitted here.
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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.
Requirements
Education Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required; Associates or Bachelors preferred.
Experience Requirements: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.
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.
US:FL:Fort Myers
Facility
Lee Memorial Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Lee Memorial Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 817 beds
Employer
Lee Health
About Fort Myers, FL
- The cost of living in Fort Myers is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 91°F, and winter lows are around 53°F, making it an ideal winter getaway with year-round warm weather.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Fort Myers, especially in popular tourist areas and near the beaches.
- Fort Myers is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is essential for getting around the city and exploring the surrounding areas.
- Fort Myers has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the local flora and fauna.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Fort Myers offers a variety of activities including exploring the winter homes of Henry Ford and Thomas Edison, visiting the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, enjoying the beaches at Lynn Hall Memorial Park and Lover's Key State Park, and experiencing the local art, music, and sports scenes.