PCU RN—Night Shift PRN, Patient Care Advocate

AdventHealth; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 179,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One (Medical, Dental

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Daytona Beach, FL seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for acute hospital care. You will assess patients, document data, and develop care plans to optimize outcomes within interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities include administering medications, coordinating admissions/discharges, educating patients, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Requires RN license, BLS, and 2+ years in acute care.

Qualifications

• Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes.
• Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft Windows based programs.
• Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates critical thinking skills appropriate to patient’s level of care.
• Collects and documents patient health data systematically and timely.
• Conducts thorough, ongoing assessments of patients, analyzes assessment data and develops individualized, evidence-based plans of care to optimize outcomes.
• Implements interventions from the plan of care safely, timely, and appropriately, documenting actions taken.
• Collaborates and promotes timely patient placement by following hospital policy for patient admission, discharge, and transfer.
• Participates in peer interviewing and peer review processes as needed.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and staff, maintaining professional relationships and promoting a positive environment.
• Educates patients and families on health conditions, procedures, and care plans, ensuring understanding and compliance based on assessed learning needs.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies, ensuring legal and ethical practice.
• Participates in initiatives related to quality, safety, effectiveness, efficiency, and impact on practice in the delivery of nursing services.
• Serves as a patient advocate, ensuring patient rights and needs are respected and addressed.
• Ensures the appropriate use and stewardship of medical supplies and equipment to support patient safety and operational efficiency.
• Ensures safe and effective handoff communication and documentation.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand hygiene according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

English fluency

Education

Associate’s of Nursing

Bachelor’s of Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

AdventHealth in Daytona Beach, FL seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for acute hospital care. You will assess patients, document data, and develop care plans to optimize outcomes within interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities include administering medications, coordinating admissions/discharges, educating patients, and maintaining regulatory compliance. Requires RN license, BLS, and 2+ years in acute care.