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***Registered Nurse - Full-time, Cardiac Division (Experienced RNs) All Shifts & All Units

Posted Jul 24 · New grads welcomed · reported

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Unit and setting
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License
RN licenseRequired License And Certs
Term
Permanent

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New grads
Welcomed
License
Required License And Certs
License
FL RN: FL Registered Nurse License
Certification
BLS: Basic Life Support/CPR
Education
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).
Also asks
Require basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications.
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What it pays

Against similar roles
Below most Florida staff postingsFlorida staff postings that state pay run $29/hr to $56/hr, the middle half $33/hr to $46/hr, across 1,288 postings.
Overtime pay
$33/hr

Benefits

  • Weekend & night shift differentials
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

The workplace

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Health system employer

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
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  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Cardiac has an opening for new graduates. New grads welcomed · reported. See this posting’s qualifications and orientation details.

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Department

Nursing Staffing Services

Job Summary

Registered Nurse - Full-time, Cardiac Division- All Shifts & All Units

Cardiac Division Inpatient Units

10ET-Respiratory Progressive Care

Bed Base

Private-26

Patient Population

  • Respiratory high acuity pts: Asthma, COPD, Pneumonias, CF, Pleural Effusions, Bipaps
  • Rapid Response Patients transferred from other floors
  • No surgeries

9ET-Trauma Progressive Care

Patient Population

  • Trauma and acut care surgery patients
  • Cardiac and medical overflows
  • Telemtry including cardiac and insulin drips

8ET- Cardiac Progressive 2

Bed Base

Private-14 Semi-10

Patient Population

Cardiac, CHF, Chest Pain, Arrhythmias, Syncope Cath Lab Post Procedures

7ET- Cardiac Progressive 4

Bed Base

Private-17 Semi-15

Patient Population

  • Designated Heart Failure Unit
  • Open Heart pts before surgery
  • Pre & post cath. Pts, pacemaker/ AICD pts CIWA pts, GI Bleeds, Altered mental status pts
  • Surgeries: Pre & Post heart Cath, pacemakers, AICD, Cardioversions, Ablations

5ET-Cardiac Neuro Med-Surg Unit

Bed Base

Private-10 Semi-36

Join Our Neuro Progressive Care Unit (Neuro PCU)

Looking for a nursing role that challenges and grows your skills? Our Neuro Progressive Care Unit is the place to build expertise in high-acuity neurological care—whether you're a new grad or an experienced RN.

Level 3 NAEC Epilepsy Center with advanced monitoring and evaluations DNV-Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center with leading regional intervention volume Care for complex patients: stroke, post-craniectomy, spinal surgeries, lumbar drains, Cardiac monitoring/interventions (ensure Stroke patients’ cardiac comorbidities are being appropriately managed) Cardiac drips, Stress tests, Cardiac Caths, Cardioversions, Ablations, Pacemakers and carotid stenting

Why Join Us?

  • Strong orientation and mentorship for new grads
  • Advanced skill development and leadership opportunities for experienced RNs
  • High-volume, specialized cases that accelerate your growth

Make your next move count—apply today and grow in Neuro Progressive Care.

8CYT Cardiac Acute Care Unit & Remote Telemetry

Bed Base

Private-28 Semi-8

Patient Population

Cath lab post-procedure patients many of whom have A-lines and temporary pacemakers as well as some med-surg telemetry patients. Coronary Stents, Mitral Clip Insertion, Watchman Procedure, Cross Septum Ablations, Congestive Heart Failure, Myocardial Infarctions, CAPD/CCPD Temporary Transvenous Pacemakers, Permanent Pacemakers, Venous/Arterial Sheaths, Pre-open Heart Patients The Cardiac Transport Nurses, Code Blue Nurses, and the Remote Telemetry room are also part of our floor. Unit Surgeries: Post procedure patients, mainly from Cath lab with some coming from IR

7CYT Cardiac Progressive 3 Cardiac Thoracic Step Down

Bed Base

Private-28 Semi-8

Patient Population

Post-op open heart Thoracic surgeries, Cardiac Intervention Unit Chest Tubes Pacers, Central lines, Insulin gtts, TAVR, Vascular Surgeries Temporary Pacemaker, Epicardial wires, high volume pain unit- PCA pump, epidurals, tube feedings

5NW Medical Short Stay

Bed Base

Private-2 Semi-16

Patient Population

Post-op open heart Average length of stay 48hrs so fast past environment. Wide variety of diagnosis. Neuro/Cardiac/GI Respiratory/Uro/Renal

Salary Details

Hourly rate is determined by years of worked experience as an RN, education level, and internal equity within organization. Minimum rate starting at $32.50, max of salary range is $51.00. In addition to hourly rate, if candidate holds an approved certification position qualifies for certification pay of $1.50.

Required Qualifications

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 basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications.

Required License And Certs

BLS: Basic Life Support/CPR FL RN: FL Registered Nurse License

Compensation & Benefits

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

Join a team that values flexibility, career growth, and high-quality patient care.

Employment Screening Requirements

As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

What's around it?

In Sarasota, FL

Sarasota, FLFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 2% above the US average

Median rent
$1,684/mo
Household income
$72,105/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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