Hiring Registered Nurse Ultimate Float Team
About The Position
Provides professional nursing care to patients and families in an acute clinical care environment, guided by the Sarasota Memorial Health Care System (SMHCS) nursing professional practice model and in accordance with the ANA's Standards of Professional Practice. May float to all Sarasota Memorial Health Care System hospital campuses. Ultimate Float Team – Registered Nurse (RN) Join Our Ultimate Float Team! Are you an experienced nurse looking for flexibility, variety, and growth opportunities? Our Ultimate Float Team provides skilled, patient-centered care across 20+ units at the Sarasota Campus, with opportunities to float to specialty units such as ICU, SMH Venice Campus, Pediatrics, and Cornell. Job Summary As a member of the Ultimate Float Team, you will provide professional nursing care in accordance with ANA and AACN Standards of Professional Practice and SMHCS policies (policy 126.054). This role requires adaptability, strong clinical skills, and a commitment to excellence in patient care. Patient Population & Key Responsibilities: Patients requiring complex nursing assessment and care, including but not limited to: Orthopedic & Trauma Care – Fractures, orthopedic abnormalities requiring surgical intervention, traction application, splinting, and skeletal immobilization. Neurological Care – Acute Traumatic Brain Injuries with potential ventriculostomy management. Cardiac Care – Titration of cardiac drips (Cardizem, Nitro, Dopamine, etc.). Opportunities for Experienced Nurses: Individualized orientation & mentorship Tuition reimbursement for continued education Paid certification programs & incentive pay Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC) Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) And more
Requirements
- Current Florida RN License
- BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or Red Cross
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – Must complete by end of orientation
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification – Must complete by end of orientation
- Successful completion of Basic Arrhythmia test
- BSN required within 5 years of hire (for ASN candidates)
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft and other commonly used healthcare applications
- Require graduate of an accredited school of nursing or a diploma program. For new hires after 2012, Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing (BSN) is required within specified timeframe as outlined in the New Hire BSN Agreement policy (126.045).
- Require two (2) years of relevant work experience.
- Require successful completion of Basic Arrhythmia test within 90 days of employment.
- Require Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within six (6) months of hire.
- Require National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Require basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications.
Nice To Haves
- Prefer certification in nursing specialty area.
- BSN: Bachelor of Science Nursing
Responsibilities
- Provides professional nursing care to patients and families in an acute clinical care environment
- Provide professional nursing care in accordance with ANA and AACN Standards of Professional Practice and SMHCS policies
- Adaptability, strong clinical skills, and a commitment to excellence in patient care
- Orthopedic & Trauma Care – Fractures, orthopedic abnormalities requiring surgical intervention, traction application, splinting, and skeletal immobilization.
- Neurological Care – Acute Traumatic Brain Injuries with potential ventriculostomy management.
- Cardiac Care – Titration of cardiac drips (Cardizem, Nitro, Dopamine, etc.)
Benefits
- Ultimate Float Team premium: $7 per hour
- Weekend & night shift differentials
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Start earning on Day 1
- Self-Scheduling for flexibility
- Tuition reimbursement & certification incentives
- Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Life & Disability Insurance (Short & Long Term)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Pre-tax dollars)
- Discounted child care & before/after-school programs (Sarasota Campus)
- On-campus perks – Free parking, discounted dining, wellness screenings & programs
- Referral & advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
