RN Progressive Care (PCU) Nights

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

• Participates in peer interviewing and review processes. 

• Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice in the delivery of nursing services.

• Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health and unit-specific data for process improvement initiatives.

• Conducts initial patient assessments within expected timeframes, initiates consults as indicated, and identifies patient/family teaching and discharge planning needs.

• Maintains safe practices by demonstrating unit-specific clinical competency and compliance with all regulatory standards.

• Ensures safe and effective handoff communications and documentation between caregivers.

• Communicates courteously with internal and external customers in person or on the telephone.

• Demonstrates respect for co-workers and develops positive working relationships with other departments.

• Participates in hourly rounding using the Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You (AIDET) technique to improve patient outcomes.

• Incorporates Caring Model behaviors and culturally competent care into daily practice.

• Adheres to organizational standards for dress and professional appearance.

• Collaborates and demonstrates teamwork in managing patient flow, promoting timely patient placement by following hospital policy for admission, discharge, and transfer. 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Proficient clinical critical care skills and critical thinking skills with strong communication skills [Required]

• Basic computer skills and commitment to hourly patient rounding [Required]

• Previous EKG Interpretation Class [Preferred]

• Must possess frequent independent judgment and the ability to handle clinical situations requiring sound professional judgment and critical-thinking skills, including clinical assessment, data analysis, and patient response. [Preferred]

• Responsible for providing quality patient care and continuously prioritizing multiple duties. [Preferred]

• Ability to function calmly and professionally during stressful situations. [Preferred]

• Utilization of assessment, reassessment, and critical-thinking skills in dealing with changes in patient outcomes. [Preferred]

• General knowledge of professional nursing principles and techniques, as well as the pharmacological process in the appropriate administration or delivery of medications. [Preferred]

• Skill to maintain effective working relationships with health professionals and others to foster an environment conducive to carrying out the mission of the facility. [Preferred]

• Skill to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, to direct the overall professional nursing services in a manner that encourages the open exchange of ideas and information. [Preferred]

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]

• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

• N/A

• 1+ years acute care experience [Preferred]

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Preferred]

• Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) [Preferred]

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.