Nurse RN | 4N Neuro Intermediate Care | FT Nights

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

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

Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups.

Required Education: Associate's Degree. Specific coursework: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. New hires effective June 14, 2017, must have a BSN degree from an accredited school of nursing within three (3) years of hire or transfer into the position. New hires or transfers into the position between August 1, 2013 and June 13, 2017 must abide with the conditions in his or her offer letter and the verbiage in the job description signed upon hire or transfer into the position. Current employees who were hired or transferred into the position prior to August 1, 2013 will be grandfathered.

Preferred Education: BSN.

Necessary Skills:

• Demonstrates teamwork and communicates in a professional manner with all members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrates the ability to learn and apply computer technologies and procedures that affect patient care delivery.

Required Licensure/Certifications: Licensed to practice nursing in the state of Florida or confirmation letter establishing eligibility for issuance upon receipt of SSN. BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross on the first day of employment is required for all areas. ACLS from the American Heart Association is required at hire or transfer for the following departments: Cardiac Holding Area (730501), CVICU (730400), MICU (700400), PICU (660401), North Pre Op/PACU (633680) and Trauma Center (713100). ACLS from the American Heart Association is required within six (6) months of hire or transfer for the following departments: 3 ICU-North (620480), 5N CCU (730301), Cardiac Rehab (733100), Non Invasive Cardiology North (733080), and Noninvasive Cardiac Lab (733000). ACLS from the American Heart Association is required within six (6) months of hire or transfer for Progressive Registered Nurses in Intensive Care Units. PALS from the American Heart Association is required within six (6) months of hire or transfer for the following departments: PICU (660401) and Trauma Center (713100). Fellowship RN's must obtain their ACLS, PALS and NRP within six (6) months of hire or transfer if required by the department. Crisis Prevention Institute training within ninety (90) days, and then annually, is required for Psych Unit.

Preferred Licensure/Certifications: Professional certification preferred.

Required Experience: Less than one year of related experience.

Preferred Experience: One (1) year of clinical experience.