Registered Nurse - Orlando, FL

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Open Heart procedures to join our dynamic team. This position involves working in a Level II Trauma Center located in the heart of Kissimmee, minutes away from Orlando. As a teaching hospital partnered with UCF College of Medicine, we offer state-of-the-art healthcare services, including Emergency Care, Trauma Care, Pediatric ER, Heart & Vascular Institute, and Comprehensive Stroke Center.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication and provide patient care with a focus on Open Heart procedures.
• Operate and manage cardiopulmonary bypass machines.
• Ensure sedation protocols are followed accurately.
• Participate in on-call rotations once a week and one weekend a month, with flexibility for departmental needs.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Open Heart (CVOR) RN in an Acute Care environment.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start.
• Proficiency in administering medication, patient care, and operating cardiopulmonary bypass machines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• Certification in BLS, ACLS, PALS (from approved providers).
• CNOR certification is preferred.

Specialties:

• Open Heart
• CVICU (Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit)
• Cardiac Neuro
• ICU (Intensive Care Unit)
• Med-Surg (Medical-Surgical Nursing)

Work Environment

The role involves working in a sterile and supportive environment with shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM. On-call duties are expected as needed. The facility provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental health protection plans. Other benefits include free counseling services, a 401(k) plan with a match based on years of service, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, family support benefits, consumer discounts, and education assistance. The hospital promotes a rewarding work environment with colleague recognition programs and various time-off policies.