Nurse RN | North Emergency Department | Full Time | 7P-7A

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Jacksonville is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide comprehensive patient care using the nursing process, with accountability for assigned patients and serving as charge nurse when needed. The role requires teamwork, strong communication with the healthcare team, and proficient use of hospital systems to support care delivery.

Preferred candidates have Emergency Department or ICU experience; ASN is required and a BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• ASN from an accredited nursing program is required.
• BSN preferred; employees hired after 6/14/2017 must obtain a BSN within three years of hire/transfer.

Skills

Teamwork & communication

Computer literacy in patient care

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

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

Education Requirements

• Required: Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) from an accredited nursing program.

• Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

• Nurses hired or transferred into the position on or after June 14, 2017, must obtain a BSN from an accredited nursing program within three years of hire or transfer.

• Employees hired or transferred before August 1, 2013, are grandfathered under the previous requirements.

• Employees hired or transferred between August 1, 2013, and June 13, 2017, must follow the education requirements outlined in their original offer letter and signed job description.

Required Skills

• Demonstrates teamwork and professional communication with all members of the healthcare team.

• Ability to learn and use computer systems and technology related to patient care.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Active Florida RN license.

• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

• ACLS certification through the American Heart Association.

• PALS and NRP must be obtained within six months of hire or transfer.

• ED Fellowship RNs: Must obtain ACLS, PALS, and NRP within six months of hire or transfer.

Preferred Certifications

• CEN (Certified Emergency Nurse).

• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course).

Required Experience

• ED Fellowship RNs: Less than one year of experience may be accepted.

• All other candidates: 1–2 years of Emergency Department or ICU experience as a Registered Nurse.

Preferred Experience

• 3–5 years of Emergency Department experience.