Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida is recruiting a per diem Registered Nurse for its Intensive Care Unit, working night shifts at a 333-bed acute care hospital that has served Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast for over 100 years. This is a hands-on critical care nursing role within a technologically advanced facility that deploys robotic surgical platforms and houses a Commission on Cancer-accredited cancer center. The per diem structure offers scheduling flexibility while keeping you embedded in a high-acuity, well-resourced acute care environment.
Perks and Benefits
- Per diem employment with night-shift scheduling
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility based on employment status)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare support, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 333-bed acute care hospital serving Palm Beach County and the broader Treasure Coast region
- ICU night-shift role with full-spectrum critical care acuity — physical, psychosocial, and developmental patient needs
- Nurse-driven care planning: assessment, written plan of care development, implementation, patient and family education, and outcome evaluation
- Robotic surgical platform integration on campus: MAKO and Da Vinci robots supporting general surgery and orthopedic procedures
- Commission on Cancer-accredited cancer center anchored by a state-of-the-art Breast Center
- Part of the Palm Beach Health Network — a regional system with over a century of community presence
- Collaborative team environment with direct supervision and support from unit director and designees
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida (or eligibility to obtain)
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required at time of hire
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 6 months of employment or transfer
- Completion of a Basic EKG Course required within the onboarding period
- Entry-level experience accepted — minimum 0 to less than 6 months of RN experience
About the Community
West Palm Beach sits on Florida's southeastern Atlantic coast, offering year-round sunshine, waterfront living, and a vibrant arts and dining scene anchored by Clematis Street and the Northwood Village district. The city provides access to world-class beaches, boating, and golf, while remaining within an hour of Miami and Fort Lauderdale for metropolitan amenities. Palm Beach County's strong school system, relatively affordable neighborhoods compared to coastal South Florida peers, and outdoor lifestyle make it a compelling destination for nurses relocating from colder climates or high-cost urban markets.