Administers complex bedside patient care in the Emergency Department to stabilize patients with advanced illnesses or injuries. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to monitor patient conditions and implement evidence-based nursing interventions.
Position Summary
Department
Emergency
Department
Shift:
Night /
Variable
Full
Time
Location:
Health
Central
Title:
Nurse
Resident
Summary:Administers patient care in an area within a hospital or inpatient setting where patients have advanced illnesses or injuries that routinely require timely, intense, and complex care to stabilize and support their medical conditions. These areas require a lower caregiver-to- patient ratio and highly trained team members with advanced skills. This position is intended for licensed registered nurses with less than one year of experience. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.” Orlando Health proudly embraces and honors the individuality of our team members. By sharing different ideas and perspectives and working together as a team, we are better able to relate to, care for and authentically serve our patients and families who make up the collective populations in our community. So, no matter who you are, what you believe or how you express yourself, you are welcome here.
ORLANDO
HEALTH -
Benefits &
PERKS: Competitive Pay Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions. All Inclusive Benefits (start day one) Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees. Forbes Recognizes Orlando Health as a Best-In-State Employer Forbes has named Orlando Health as one of America's Best-In-State Employers for 2021. Orlando Health is the top healthcare organization in the Metro Orlando area to make the prestigious list. "We are proud to be named once again as a best place to work," said Karen Frenier, VP (HR). "This achievement reflects our positive culture and efforts to ensure that all team members feel respected, supported and valued. Employee-centric Orlando Health has been selected as one of the “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare. Company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.
Qualifications
Nursing school graduate. Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and the unit/department. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida or valid Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) multistate RN license. Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification. ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC are required for certain areas. NRP is required for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
What you will do Administers bedside patient care in a hospital or inpatient setting under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse.
Demonstrates critical knowledge, skills, and judgement to care for patients requiring complex assessments and therapies, high- intensity interventions, and high-level continuous nursing vigilance.
Utilizes information and assessment data to anticipate, respond with confidence, and adapt to rapidly changing patient conditions.
Identifies and prioritizes information to take immediate and decisive evidence-based, patient focused actions.
Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, interprets, and records electronic displays such as intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, and cardiac rhythms from cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, oxygen pumps, etc.
Responds to life-saving situations based on nursing standards and protocol.
Observes, monitors, and assesses patients’ conditions, recognizes, identifies, and interprets serious situations, and calls the Physician or takes preplanned emergency measures when the Physician is not immediately available.
Assesses patients’ needs and develops/revises individualized plans of care based on their needs and responses.
Respects diversity by building respectful relationships with all team members and customers.
Functions as an advocate for patients and their families.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit/ department.
Serves as a preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, and/ or nurse clinician.
Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and the interdisciplinary team to effectively plan and manage the unit/department.
Serves as a role model for staff and supports the hospital and nursing department’s goals and strategies.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses data reflective of the patient’s status, and interprets the necessary information to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age- specific needs.
Coordinates patient care for a defined group and delegates tasks appropriately to team members.
Documents patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner, meeting all required and regulatory standards.
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Section
1557 Non-Discrimination The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (Section 1557), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics), in covered health programs or activities. 42 U.S.C. 18116.
Requirements
Requires a nursing school degree and a valid Registered Nurse license in Florida or a multistate NLC license. Must maintain current BLS certification, with other certifications like ACLS or PALS required for specific areas.
professional certificate
Patient Advocacy
Care Planning
Patient Monitoring
Problem Resolution
Compassionate Care
Delegation
Clinical Documentation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Evidence-Based Practice
Emergency Interventions
Complex Assessments
Bedside Patient Care
Benefits
Shift Differentials
Paid Time Off
Retirement Savings
Holidays
Competitive Pay
Paid Paternity Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Fertility Benefits
Student Loan Repayment
Free College Education Programs
Back Up Elder And Childcare
Posting details
Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Ocoee, Florida
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
Closes
Jul 21, 2027
Application
Employer website
This includes, but is not limited to, patient assessment, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety.
Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and the use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit/department-specific requisite skills.
Prioritizes patient care in an ongoing manner in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care.
Practices effective problem identification and resolution.
Delegates tasks and duties to healthcare team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the team member’s capabilities and qualifications.
Communicates appropriate information regarding patient condition or unit concerns to other healthcare team members.
Demonstrates caring practices by providing a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and their families.
Demonstrates awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights.
Collaborates with the education department and nursing leadership team to effectively transition and support new team members and/or students.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Contributes to the knowledge and skills of others, and continuously improves the quality of healthcare practice and organizational outcomes.
Participates in and may lead unit level and/or organizational level committees focused on nursing practice and performance improvement.
Participates in departmental and organizational peer review, mentoring, and coaching regarding professional practice or role performance.
Practices efficient use of supplies and maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Attends staff development in-services, department meetings, and/or nursing committee meetings.
Partners with the nursing leadership team to identify professional development needs.
Assumes responsibility for one’s own professional development and continuing education.
Actively participates in and attends the Nurse Residency Program as appropriate to role.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Market context
Florida nursing roles remain in steady demand
In Florida, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospice, hospital, and other care settings, especially for RNs who can work independently and adapt to varied patient needs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for current RN licensure, at least one year of experience, active BLS certification, and reliable transportation, while benefits commonly include health insurance, professional development, and a supportive work environment. Before applying, confirm your license, BLS status, and driving readiness, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
