Pediatric/Neonatal RN Critical Care Transport Team

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Location:Golisano Children's Hospital -9981 S. HealthPark Drive Fort Myers FL 33908

Department:GCHSWF Critical Care Transport Team

Work Type:Full Time

Shift:Shift 3 - 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$33.37 - $45.05 / hour Plus $6.00 / hour shift differential

$10,000 Relocation + Housing Assistance Available

Make a Difference - Every Mile Matters

Join a team that brings critical care to the smallest, most vulnerable patients, when and where they need it most.

Newly Magnet Designated with Distinction, Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida is seeking an experienced Pediatric/Neonatal Critical Care RN to join our highly specialized transport team.

In this role, you'll deliver life-saving care on the move, transporting critically ill infants and children while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in pediatric care.

What You'll Do

Provide advanced pediatric and neonatal critical care during ground transport only in Lee, Collier, Charlotte and DeSoto counties
Perform rapid assessment, stabilization, and intervention in high-acuity situations
Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and EMS teams to ensure seamless care
Serve as a clinical leader, educator, and patient advocate in dynamic environments
Deliver care aligned with ANA standards and the Florida Nurse Practice Act
Support continuous improvement and deliver exceptional patient and family experiences

Why Lee Health?

A culture built on compassion, respect, and teamwork
Medical, Dental & Vision (start within 30 days)
Free employee health clinic + low-cost prescriptions
Generous PTO to recharge and reset
Retirement match up to 5% (vested in 3 years)
Education assistance & career growth opportunities
Flexible spending accounts & more

What You'll Bring

Experience in PICU and NICU
Strong critical thinking, adaptability, and decision-making skills
Passion for high-acuity, fast-paced transport care

This isn't just a nursing role - it's an opportunity to be part of a team that extends the walls of the hospital and delivers expert care when seconds count.

Requirements

Education Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required. Associates orBachelors' preferred.

Experience Requirements:Experience required. Qualified individuals will successfully complete the competency assessment. Experience requirements may vary by department. Please reference the Nursing Addendums for department specific requirements.

Certification Requirements:Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. For units that require American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. Certification requirements may vary by department. Please reference the Nursing Addendums for department specific requirements.

License Requirements:Currently licensed in the State of Florida.

Other Requirements:Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required. Certification in specialty area preferred.

US:FL:Fort Myers

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