About the job Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg
Location: Bradenton, Florida
Position Title: RN Med Surg
Position Type: Permanent / Contingent
Shifts
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Full-Time Days (Rotating Weekends)
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Full-Time Nights (Rotating Weekends)
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Med Surg Registered Nurse to join a 383-bed acute care medical center on Floridas west coast. This facility offers award-winning specialty services including burn care, complex hand repair, a stroke center, and a Level II Trauma Center. Bradenton offers riverfront living, nature preserves, and beautiful white-sand beachesall within quick access to Sarasota, Tampa, and St. Petersburg.
The Med Surg RN will provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Candidates should demonstrate strong critical thinking, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently while ensuring exceptional patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
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Deliver safe, effective Med Surg nursing care
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Assess patient conditions, develop care plans, and evaluate patient responses
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
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Provide patient and family education
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Demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills
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Safely perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and moving patients or equipment up to 50 lbs
Education
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Nursing Diploma or ASN required
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BSN preferred
Licensure & Certifications
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Active Florida RN license or compact state equivalent
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BLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross) Required
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ACLS preferred; required within 6 months of hire
Experience Requirements
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Minimum 1 year of RN experience acute care preferred
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Experience in LTACH, Home Health, or Rehab accepted
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Ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting
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Strong critical thinking, decisive judgment, and communication skills
Unit Details
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Patient Ratio: 6:1
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Mandatory Onsite Interview required for offer consideration
Compensation
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Hourly Rate: $30.76 - $41.50 (based on experience)
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Night Differential: $4.75/hr
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Weekend Differential: $3.00/hr
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National Certification: Additional $2.00/hr
Sign-On Bonus
$10,000 - $15,000