A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
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Registered Nurse- Freestanding ED Requirements:
Associates degree in Nursing (ASN) or Nursing Diploma. Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Meets unit specific care requirements; new graduates taken under consideration based on the needs of the unit. Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Florida or endorsement.
Work Experience:
One (1) year or more of acute care or specialty setting preferred.
Certification:
National certification in specialty area (e.g., CCRN, CMSRN, CEN) preferred. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained. Additional certifications to meet unit specific care requirements (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIHSS). Clinical assessment and critical thinking skills. Proficiency in EMR systems and patient documentation. Initiative in quality and patient safety improvements. Work autonomously and collaboratively in complex environments. Maintains compliance with competency validations and continuing education.
Physical Requirements:
Requires agility, walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching majority of the shift. Work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance. May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease, or water. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of materials. May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.
Position Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and in-direct patient care by adhering to the nursing process in a collaborative environment, promoting optimal patient outcomes through evidence-based practice, care coordination, and patient and family engagement.
Primary Accountabilities:
Provides nursing care based on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs across the care continuum. Administers medications, perform treatments, and document care activities in accordance with Health Firsts policies and procedures. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care, participate in rounds, and support discharge planning. Applies critical thinking to promptly identify changes in patient condition and initiate the appropriate interventions. Educates patients and families using teach-back to promote engagement in care and safe transitions. Adheres to safety protocols and infection prevention practices to protect patients and Associates. Utilizes Health First technology systems to enter clinical documentation and care plans. Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and High Reliability Organization (HRO) initiatives. Supports precepting, mentoring, and onboarding of new Associates and students as appropriate. Promotes a culture of purpose, rounding, and communication at the bedside (e.g., whiteboard use, bedside shift report).
