Registered Nurse - Ortho (Day & Night Shift Available)

Location: Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's Way Fort Myers FL 33912 Department: Ortho Spine Work Type: Full Time Shift: 7:00:00 AM to 7:30:00 PM OR 7:00:00 PM to 7:30:00 AM Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $30.27 - $40.86 / hour Summary Are you passionate about helping patients get back on their feet, literally? Join our expert orthopedic team, where your clinical skills and compassion will help guide patients through their surgical recovery and rehabilitation journey. As an Orthopedic Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality, and personalized care to patients with musculoskeletal injuries, joint replacements, fractures, and other orthopedic conditions. You will coordinate and provide nursing care using the full nursing process assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation while ensuring that care aligns with clinical best practices and all regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities:Deliver and document comprehensive nursing care with a focus on orthopedic needs such as mobility, pain management, wound care, and rehabilitation readiness Prioritize and respond to patient needs using strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and clinical judgment Educate patients and families on post-op care, mobility support, and recovery goals Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and other team members to ensure safe and effective care Contribute to clinical decision-making as a clinician, educator, advocate, and team leader Support performance improvement efforts and use data to drive better patient outcomes Why You Will Love It Here:Be part of a skilled and compassionate orthopedic team with a strong focus on recovery and mobility Gain experience with a wide range of ortho procedures from joint replacements to trauma care Access ongoing clinical education and leadership development Competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive workplace culture What We Offer You:Affordable insurance benefits with family coverage 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 5% match Generous PTO Plan Free onsite Employee Health services Employee Assistance Program Onsite child day care centers Life Disability Insurance Education assistance and PSLF eligible Market competitive rates Collaborative Team Community Focused Reputation Supplemental benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, etc) Shift differential for the entire shift is $6 per hour for night shift (zone 3), $3 per hour for evening hours (zone 2) Ready to Learn More? Contact: Chip Knox, Nurse Recruiter Email: Schedule a time to chat: Help patients move forward literally and figuratively. Join our team and make an impact in orthopedic care every day. 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. US:FL:Fort Myers

Created: 2026-03-04