Neuro Intermediate Care RN – 4N Charge Nurse

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide nursing care and maintain accountability for assigned patients. Applicants must have an Associate's Degree or BSN, with BLS and ACLS certifications required based on department needs. Ideal candidates will demonstrate teamwork and communication skills, and possess the ability to apply computer technologies in patient care. This role is crucial in ensuring high-quality nursing care across all patient age groups.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice nursing in Florida or confirmation of eligibility.
• BLS certification required on the first day of employment.
• ACLS certification required based on department criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care utilizing the nursing process.
• Maintain overall accountability for assigned patients.
• Function as charge nurse when assigned.

Skills

Teamwork and communication skills

Ability to apply computer technologies

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Overview

📍 Location: Jacksonville, FL
🕒 FTE: Full-Time (.9 FTE)
🗓️ Shift: Nights

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process and standards of practice for a professional nurse. The RN is expected to perform all staff nurse activities and function as charge nurse when assigned. The RN maintains overall accountability/responsibility for assigned patients, even though some activities/tasks may be delegated to Technical Nurses, Patient Care Associates, and/or Sitters. Assignments are performed appropriately to age and developmental level of patients being served.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Age of Patients Served

• All age groups

Education

• Associate’s Degree required
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• New hires effective June 14, 2017, must obtain a BSN from an accredited school of nursing within three (3) years of hire or transfer
• New hires or transfers between August 1, 2013, and June 13, 2017, must follow the requirements outlined in their offer letter and job description
• Employees hired or transferred into the position prior to August 1, 2013, are grandfathered
• BSN preferred

Required Skills

• Demonstrates teamwork and professional communication with all members of the healthcare team
• Ability to learn and apply computer technologies and procedures that support patient care delivery

Licensure & Certifications

• Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Florida or confirmation of eligibility for licensure upon receipt of SSN
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required on the first day of employment

ACLS – Required at Hire or Transfer

• Cardiac Holding Area (730501)
• CVICU (730400)
• MICU (700400)
• PICU (660401)
• North Pre-Op/PACU (633680)
• Trauma Center (713100)

ACLS – Required Within 6 Months of Hire or Transfer

• 3 ICU-North (620480)
• 5N CCU (730301)
• Cardiac Rehab (733100)
• Non-Invasive Cardiology North (733080)
• Non-Invasive Cardiac Lab (733000)
• Progressive Registered Nurses in Intensive Care Units

PALS – Required Within 6 Months of Hire or Transfer

• PICU (660401)
• Trauma Center (713100)

Additional Certification Requirements

• Fellowship RNs: ACLS, PALS and NRP must be obtained within 6 months when required by the department
• Psych Unit: Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training required within 90 days and annually thereafter
• Professional certification preferred

Experience

• Less than one year of related experience required
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred