RN Med Surg Full Time Days

Baptist Health; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated nurse to administer patient care in a dynamic hospital environment. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing personalized care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate compassion and professionalism while advocating for patients and their families. Join a team committed to excellence in healthcare, where your contributions will directly impact patient care and support a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing school with a valid RN license.
• Maintains current BLS and other relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient needs and develops individualized care plans.
• Documents patient care accurately and maintains compliance.
• Communicates effectively with team members regarding patient conditions.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Care Plan Development

Patient Advocacy

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Nursing Skills Competency

Problem Identification and Resolution

Compassionate Care

Education

Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

NRP Certification

PALS Certification

TNCC Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital

Administers patient care in an area within a hospital or inpatient/observation setting where an acute care patient receives active treatment for an injury, episode of illness, medical condition, or post-intervention assessment.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Assesses patient needs and develops/revises an individualized care plan based on patient needs and responses. Evaluates the patient’s progress toward expected outcomes.
2. Respects diversity by building respectful relationships with all team members and customers.
3. Acts as a patient and family advocate.
4. Provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department, demonstrating necessary knowledge and skills.
5. Serves as a preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, and/or nurse clinician.
6. Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and interdisciplinary team to plan and manage the unit/department effectively.
7. Serves as a role model for staff and supports hospital and nursing department goals and strategies.
8. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles over the lifespan, assessing data reflective of the patient’s status, and interpreting necessary information to identify each patient’s age-specific requirements.
9. Coordinates patient care and delegates tasks appropriately to team members.
10. Documents patient care accurately, meeting all required and regulatory standards, including assessment, education, medication administration, treatments, and safety.
11. Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit-specific skills.
12. Prioritizes patient care continuously in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care.
13. Practices effective problem identification and resolution.
14. Delegates tasks to healthcare team members based on patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
15. Communicates patient condition or unit concerns effectively to team members.
16. Provides compassionate and therapeutic care, demonstrating caring practices for patients and families.
17. Maintains awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights.
18. Collaborates with education and nursing leadership to support new team members and students.
19. Maintains regular, punctual attendance in line with hospital policies and applicable laws.
20. Ensures compliance with all hospital policies and procedures.
21. Contributes to the development of others and continuous improvement of healthcare quality and organizational outcomes.
22. Participates and may lead nursing practice and performance improvement committees.
23. Engages in peer review, mentoring, and coaching activities.
24. Uses supplies efficiently and maintains a clean, safe, organized work environment.
25. Attends staff development, department, and nursing committee meetings.
26. Partners with nursing leadership to identify professional development needs.
27. Assumes responsibility for ongoing professional development and continuing education.
28. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Meets all competency requirements for Orlando Health and the specific unit/department.

Licensure/Certification

• Maintains current Alabama RN license or valid eNLC multistate RN license.
• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC certifications are required for certain areas; NRP for Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).