Registered Nurse ED
The Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at Confidential Client provides comprehensive clinical assessments and develops individualized care plans to address patients' physical, mental, and emotional health needs. This role requires coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, acute-care nursing proficiency, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure in a fast-paced environment. The position offers professional growth opportunities through a Clinical Ladder Program and requires specific nursing certifications and experience in emergency care.
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Summary
Confidential Client is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN) to join their Tampa, FL team. This full-time, day-shift role is ideal for nurses with acute-care experience who can deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced emergency setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to evaluate patients’ physical, mental, and emotional health
- Develop and implement individualized care plans based on assessment findings
- Coordinate multidisciplinary care with physicians, nurses, social workers, and therapists
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans based on outcomes
- Use sound clinical judgment and make decisions under pressure
- Maintain unit-specific competencies and follow orientation/preceptorship pathways
- Document care accurately in electronic systems and use basic Windows-based applications
What We’re Looking For (Qualifications & Skills)
- Active Registered Nurse license for Florida (RN) — required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) — required
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) — required
- APEX Innovations NIHSS — required
- 1+ experience with 12-lead EKG — required
- Demonstrated proficiency in acute-care nursing and emergency department skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a distracting environment
- Strong critical thinking and independent decision-making skills
- Effective oral and written English communication
- Internship/preceptorship and unit-specific competency completion as required
- Ability to reach proficiency typically within 12 months after orientation
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay Range: $31.85 - $52.76 per hour (range provided by Confidential Client)
- Estimated annual salary example consistent with range: up to ~$103,847 (varies by hours/OT)
- Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates (per Confidential Client policy)
- Up to $10,000 relocation assistance for eligible candidates
- Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
- Paid Time Off from Day One; 403(b) retirement plan; 4 weeks paid parental leave
- Career development resources, whole-person well-being and mental health support
- Pet benefits and other employee perks
Schedule & Location
- Schedule: Full time
- Shift: Day (typical schedule listed: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.)
- Work location: Tampa, FL — Confidential Client facility at 3100 E Fletcher Ave (postal code 33613)
Background & Legal Requirements
- Certain positions in Florida are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. For general information, candidates may review the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
- Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit. Consult the applicable credential grid for details.
Physical Requirements
- This role has physical requirements typical of Emergency Department nursing. Candidates should review the Confidential Client’s physical requirements link provided during the application process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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