Registered Nurse (RN) Float Nurse - Surgery (Per Diem) - Job ID 232806

North Shore Medical Center • Miami, FL

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The RN Float Nurse - Surgery (Per Diem) provides professional nursing care throughout the perioperative continuum, floating between assigned surgical service areas such as Pre-Operative, PACU, Same-Day Surgery, and other perioperative departments according to staffing and patient care needs. The nurse collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, surgical staff, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe, patient-centered care, efficient patient flow, optimal patient outcomes, and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required or to be obtained within the designated hospital timeframe.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of perioperative nursing standards and surgical procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patient assignments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Ability to adapt to changing patient care environments and staffing needs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, and position patients and equipment in accordance with hospital safety guidelines.
• Ability to bend, reach, push, and pull frequently.
• Ability to respond rapidly during emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum of two years of recent acute care hospital RN experience.
• Previous experience in Surgery, PACU, Pre-Op, Same-Day Surgery, or Perioperative Services.
• Float pool experience.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification if caring for pediatric surgical patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and nursing evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and intravenous therapies in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.
• Assess and monitor patients before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition and emergencies.
• Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Provide nursing coverage across multiple perioperative and surgical care areas as assigned.
• Adapt to varying patient populations, workflows, and department needs.
• Maintain competency in all designated surgical service areas.
• Ensure continuity of care during staffing shortages, census fluctuations, and employee absences.
• Follow infection prevention and patient safety standards.
• Verify patient identification, surgical procedures, and informed consents.
• Participate in time-out procedures and other patient safety initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, Joint Commission standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, advanced practice providers, and ancillary staff.
• Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, recovery expectations, and discharge instructions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and handoff communications.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for less experienced staff when appropriate.
• Maintain current professional licensure, certifications, and required competencies.
• Attend mandatory education and departmental meetings.
• Demonstrate scheduling flexibility, including availability for weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments when required.
• Support departmental quality improvement initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree