Registered Nurse Trauma Operating Room | HCA Florida Kendall Hospital Miami, FL

Registered Nurse Trauma Operating Room | HCA Florida Kendall Hospital Miami, FL

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Overview

HCA Florida Kendall Hospital is a 417-bed acute care facility in west Miami-Dade County, recognized nationally for overall clinical excellence. The hospital is a Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, a verified Level I Adult Trauma Center by the ACS, and one of five American Burn Association verified Burn Centers in Florida. The facility offers a full spectrum of services, including trauma, surgical, women's and children's services, behavioral health, and diagnostics.

We are seeking an experienced Trauma OR Registered Nurse to join our high-performing team. This role requires acute care trauma OR experience, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, critical care surgical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility and accountability for trauma patients in the operating room
• Deliver high-quality care using the nursing process, therapeutic interventions, and collaboration with the healthcare team
• Maintain adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and evidence-based practices
• Respond to trauma and emergent cases with efficiency and accuracy
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes during surgical interventions

Qualifications

• Florida RN license or recognized compact licensure (must comply with Florida requirements)
• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (or obtain within 30 days of employment)
• Minimum 2 years trauma operating room acute care experience
• Must live within 30 minutes of the facility due to on-call requirements

• Previous experience in a high-acuity trauma OR environment
• Strong teamwork, communication, and patient advocacy skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $39.57-$53.34/hr (based on experience, 17+ years max)
• Sign-On Bonus: Case by case
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off, family leave, long- and short-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement, certification support, and career development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and counseling

Ideal Candidate

An experienced Trauma OR RN with acute care operating room skills, strong critical thinking, and a commitment to excellence in trauma patient care. Must be highly dependable, flexible, and ready to respond to emergent situations.