<p>Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, a 199-bed acute care hospital and flagship of the largest health care network in Palm Beach County, is recruiting a Seasonal (Per Diem) Registered Nurse for its ICU. This day-shift position places you at the center of a facility with more than 50 years of regional service, recognized leadership in cardiac care, and a robust neuroscience and surgical program — all in one of South Florida's most desirable communities. Per diem flexibility combined with a full-service acute care environment makes this a strong fit for an experienced critical care nurse seeking schedule control without sacrificing clinical depth.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Per diem / seasonal employment with day-shift scheduling</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility determined by employment status)</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Continuing education and career development opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>199-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast — the largest health care network in Palm Beach County</li> <li>ICU nursing role encompassing full nursing process: assessment, care planning, implementation, evaluation, medication administration, and documentation</li> <li>Charge nurse duties assigned as needed, with direct coordination of assigned personnel</li> <li>Nationally recognized cardiac care program — first hospital in Palm Beach County to perform open-heart surgery; ongoing regional leader in cardiac services</li> <li>Award-winning stroke care program with neurosurgery capabilities; NIHSS certification required, reflecting active neurological patient population</li> <li>Surgical service lines include urology, orthopedics, robot-assisted and minimally invasive techniques, and bloodless medicine</li> <li>24-hour emergency department on campus supporting acute inpatient volume</li> <li>Day-shift schedule; per diem / seasonal engagement</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active Florida RN state license required upon hire</li> <li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire — must be American Heart Association-issued</li> <li>Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days of hire or transfer date — American Heart Association only</li> <li>NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer date</li> <li>Demonstrated competency across core ICU nursing functions: patient assessment, medication administration, care coordination, and patient/family/staff education</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Palm Beach Gardens sits along Florida's southeastern coast in northern Palm Beach County — a community known for its planned, walkable neighborhoods, championship golf, and proximity to world-class beaches. The area offers highly rated public and private schools, a low state income tax environment, and easy access to the cultural and dining amenities of West Palm Beach and Boca Raton. For clinicians relocating from colder climates, the year-round outdoor lifestyle and strong housing market make Palm Beach Gardens a compelling long-term destination.</p>