Nurse Resident - Neuro Med Surg - Night Shift - Bayfront Hospital
- Nights
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- NRP
- TNCC
- RN license
- Compact (multistate) license
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open med-surg nurse jobs in Florida post a median of $42.75 an hour, the middle half $42.31–$51.25, across 75 jobs that state their pay. Med-surg nurses employed in Florida earn a median of $40.48 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Position Summary A Brief Overview Title: Nurse Resident, Acute Care Department: Neuro Med Surg Shift: Nights, Full-Time, 3 12s Site: Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital Location: St. Petersburg, FL Administers patient care in an area within a hospital or inpatient/observation setting, where acute care patients receive active treatment for injuries, illnesses, medical conditions, or post intervention with assessment.
This position is intended for licensed registered nurses with less than one year of experience. What you will do Administers bedside patient care in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse. Assesses patients’ needs and develops/revises individualized plans of care based on their needs and responses.
Evaluates patients’ progress toward attaining expected outcomes. Respects diversity by building respectful relationships with all team members and customers. Functions as an advocate for patients and their families. Demonstrates the 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. 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. 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). About the organization Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital is a comprehensive tertiary care facility that has been serving St. Petersburg and the surrounding communities for more than 100 years.
It is a 480-bed teaching medical center with nationally recognized care across emergency medicine, cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, women’s services, and advanced surgical specialties.
The hospital’s Level II Trauma Center is the only adult trauma center in Pinellas County and, in partnership with Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, is one of Florida’s 13 state-certified Level III Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Centers.
A commitment to quality has earned the hospital recognition with a USA Today Top Workplaces award for 2025 and an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for Spring 2025 from The Leapfrog Group.
Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts.
As part of the Orlando Health system, Bayfront combines the resources of a leading regional healthcare network with the personalized, community‑focused care that has defined the hospital for generations. Our company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. Our people are passionate about what they do 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.
Nurse Residency Program The Orlando Health Registered Nurse Residency Program is accredited by the ANCC Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP) Our nurse residency is a 12 month, ANCC accredited program that supports any RN with under one year of experience through structured training, preceptorship, monthly classes, and simulation to transition into independent practice.
Why Orlando Health is your best place to work ✔ Education & Career Growth Assistance ✔ Comprehensive Health & Wellness coverage and resources ✔ Financial & Retirement Planning with Company Match ✔ Excellent Company Culture and Work–Life Balance ✔ Family & Pet Support ..and more!
Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions.
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.
From Orlando Health's job posting, checked Oct 28, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Orlando Health
Orlando Health is a private, not-for-profit academic health care organization based in Orlando, with more than 35,000 (source: Baptist Health (an Orlando Health company), About Us, opens in a new tab) team members, hospitals and emergency departments across Florida, and five Baptist Health hospitals in Alabama, where it bought a majority stake in Brookwood Baptist Health in 2024. Source: Baptist Health (an Orlando Health company), About Us
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