Lee Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) DOU - Direct Observation Unit for a nursing job in Fort Myers, Florida.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: DOU - Direct Observation Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: Ongoing
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Staff
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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Join us on this journey where your unique contributions are not only acknowledged but celebrated. At Lee Health, we go beyond the ordinary, creating a work culture that mirrors our dedication to excellence. Your career here is more than a job; it's an opportunity to be part of an organization committed to your growth and well-being. Come be a valued member of a team that's shaping the future of healthcare.
Laurel Bush - Nurse Recruiter
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SummaryResponsible 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.
RequirementsEducation 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
Lee Health Job ID #73687. Posted job title: Registered Nurse 6N PCU Observation - Lee Memorial Hospital
About Lee Health
Lee Health is one of the largest public health systems in the U.S. and one of the largest not-for-profit public health system and Safety Net Hospital in Florida that receives no direct tax support.
Benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Pet insurance
- Life insurance
- Discount program
