Registered Nurse - RN - ICU Full Time Nights (Lakeland Highlands Hospital)

Opening Summer 2026 at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL. The Orlando Health System of Care 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, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our dedicated team members honor our over 100‑year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Combining the collective strengths of two powerhouse organisations, Orlando Health and the high‑quality physicians at Watson Clinic are expanding access to award‑winning specialty care for patients in Polk County and beyond. Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital – a State‑of‑the‑art, Seven‑story, Multi‑specialty Hospital – will serve as a vital 550,000 square‑foot healthcare hub offering: 300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds 11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites Dedicated labor and delivery services – including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that will debut shortly after the hospital opens Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services Advanced surgical procedures Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Polk County as part of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital opening team and share in the privilege of saying you were there from the very beginning. Benefits Beyond the Expected Benefits that begin on Day1 Four (4) weeks paid parental leave Debt‑free degrees through our Preferred Education Program Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs Back‑up childcare and elder care Fertility benefits and adoption assistance NCLEX reimbursement Free NCPDs for RN license Free Kaplan review courses Dedicated RN career counselor and GN coordinators to develop you Specialty certifications reimbursement And more! Position Summary The RN Advanced Care administers patient care in an area in a hospital or inpatient setting where patients have an advanced illness or injury that routinely requires timely, intense, and complex care to stabilize and support the patient’s medical condition. These areas require a lower caregiver‑to‑patient ratio and highly trained team members with advanced skills. Essential Functions Demonstrates critical knowledge, skills, and judgement to care for patients requiring complex assessment and therapies, high intensity interventions, and high‑level continuous nursing vigilance. Utilises information and assessment data to anticipate and respond with confidence and adapt to rapidly changing patient conditions. Identifies and prioritises information to take immediate and decisive evidence‑based, patient‑focused action. Monitors and adjusts specialised equipment used on patients, and 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’ condition, recognises, identifies, and interprets serious situations and calls physician or takes pre‑planned emergency measures when physician is not immediately available. Assesses patient’s needs and develops / revises an individualised plan of care based on patient needs and responses. Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attaining expected outcomes. Respects diversity by building respectful relationships with all team members and customers. Functions as a patient and family advocate. Demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit / department. Serves as a preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, and/or nurse clinician. Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and 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 lifespan, assesses the data reflective of the patient’s status, and interprets the necessary information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age‑specific needs. Coordinates the care and delegates as appropriate to other team members on a defined group of patients. 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 use of patient care / unit equipment as defined by unit / department‑specific requisite skills. Prioritises patient care in an ongoing manner in accordance with Evidence‑Based Practice Standards of Care. Practises 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 health‑care 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. Other Related Functions The professional nurse contributes to the knowledge and skills of others, and the continuous improvement of the quality of health care practice and organisational outcomes. Participates and may lead unit‑level and/or organisational‑level committees of nursing practice and performance improvement. Participates in department and organisational peer review, mentoring, and coaching regarding professional practice or role performance. Practises efficient use of supplies and maintains a clean, safe, and organised 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. Performs all other duties as assigned. Education / Training Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and unit / department. Licensure / Certification Maintains current State of Florida RN licence or valid eNLC multistate RN licence. Maintains current BLS / Healthcare Provider certification. ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC are required for certain areas. NRP required for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Experience 1 year experience required unless approved by AVP level or above. #J-18808-Ljbffr