Neuro Stroke PCU RN- Lee Health

Location:Lee Health -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901

Department: Neuro PCU/ Neuro Stroke / Neuro Stepdown

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Days and Nights 12hr shifts

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$30.27 - $40.86 / hour

Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Opportunities at Lee Health

Hiring Incentives available. $10,000 Relocation and $1,800 Housing Allowance for 3mths.

Are you ready to take your nursing career to the next level? Lee Health is looking for dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our award-winning Neuro Stroke Progressive Care Units (PCU) across three state-of-the-art facilities in Southwest Florida!

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay & Comprehensive Benefits, like pet and legal insurance
• Career Growth such as Clinical Ladder, Residency/Bridging programs, promotions/transfers, tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development such as PNAP, Residencies, Leadership courses and Clinical Practice Council
• Hiring Incentives: $10,000 Relocation Assistance & $1,800 Housing Allowance for 3 Months

Why Choose Lee Health? At Lee Health, you are valued for being you. We offer a culture built on teamwork, empowerment, and continuous improvement. Our RNs are recognized as individuals and essential contributors to a supportive work family. With diverse career growth opportunities and a commitment to education, respect, compassion, and excellence, Lee Health is the perfect place to thrive.

Opportunities Available at These Locations:

Gulf Coast Medical Center: Neuro Stroke PCU

• 52-bed Neuro Stroke PCU & 12-bed Neuro Stepdown
• Patient Population: Stroke (Hemorrhagic & Ischemic), seizure patients, spinal surgeries, post-op craniotomies, alcohol withdrawal, degenerative neuro conditions (ALS, Guillain-Barr Syndrome)
• Upcoming: Expansion to include Epilepsy Diagnostic beds
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4

Special Recognitions:

• American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Get with The Guidelines Gold PlusStroke Center designation
• "A" grade for patient safety byThe Leapfrog Group
• 4 stars in CMS Quality Star Rankings

Lee Memorial Hospital: Progressive Care Unit

• 30-bed PCU
• Patient Population: Stroke (minimal), brain & back surgery, cardiac, general PCU patients
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4

Special Recognitions:

• oCertified Primary Stroke Center (AHCA Designation)
• o5-Star CMS Facility (Top 14% in the nation)
• oLeapfrog A Grade Facility

Cape Coral Hospital: Progressive Care Unit

• 39 bed Unit.
• Patient Population: Stroke, TIA, Syncope, GI/GU, Cardiac and General PCU (adult).
• The Neuro Stroke staff at Cape Coral Hospital are highly engaged, team oriented and focused on the service of patients.

Special Recognitions:

• Certified Primary Stroke Center with DNV.
• Get with the Guidelines Stroke GOLD PLUS with Honor Role Elite Plus(3 years running).
• Get with the Guidelines Stroke GOLD PLUS with Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 DiabetesHonor Roll
• First hospital in the U.S. to implement Veterans Visitation Program with American Red Cross.
• First community hospital in Florida to receive the Governors Sterling Award, which recognizes organizations that have successfully achieved performance excellence.

Ready to Join Us?

For more information or to apply, contact Laurel Bush, Nurse Recruiter:

laurel.bush@leehealth.org

(315) 389-5457

Schedule a time to discuss employment opportunities:

Connect with Laurel with this self-scheduling link:

Take the next step in your careerJoin Lee Health and make a meaningful impact in patient care!

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.

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.

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