Registered Nurse Med Surg Medical Unit

1103 Team Member Services; Wauchula (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well‑being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth WAUCHULA is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a PRN shift. The role involves assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive care plans with a multidisciplinary team, and coordinating transitions with post-hospital resources.

You will administer medications, monitor patient status, and ensure safety and quality in a fast-paced setting. Requirements include an Associate’s Degree in Nursing and Florida RN licensure (or eligibility).

Qualifications

• RN with active Florida license or eligible for licensure.
• Associate’s degree in Nursing required; bachelor's preferred.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care with a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong documentation and adherence to nursing standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop comprehensive care plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Supervise staff and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate patient transitions and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and ensure PPE usage.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Documentation (EMR)

Patient safety

Education

Associate’s of Nursing

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 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

Schedule:

PRN Shift: 24 Hours (United States of America)

Address:

735 S 5TH AVE City: WAUCHULA State: Florida Postal Code: 33873

Job Description:

Assesses, develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive care plans with a multidisciplinary team in collaboration with patients and families. Conducts thorough assessments of patients' goals, biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, and discharge planning needs. Acts as a liaison to post‑hospital care providers and community health resources. Manages patient transitions through the system, transferring accountability upon discharge. Attends practice group meetings and participates in regular peer reviews. Recognizes and responds to life‑threatening situations according to protocol. Utilizes management skills to supervise, evaluate, and review patient care activities, ensuring quality care and adherence to nursing standards. Provides constructive feedback and instruction to staff to enhance productivity and service quality. Administers medications, IV fluids, and treatments accurately according to physician orders and nursing policies. Implements and manages emergency procedures, including Code Blue and life‑threatening dysrhythmias. Documents patient care accurately, including drug allergies, lab data, diagnostic tests, and patient education. Maintains a clean, safe patient environment and ensures proper use and documentation of supplies and equipment. Follows CDC guidelines for sterile technique and isolation, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand hygiene according to policy, and enforces safety regulations. Exemplifies AdventHealth’s core values of Keep Me Safe, Make It Easy, Love Me, and Own It through behavior. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts, and techniques which are central to the nursing profession.
• Ability for independent, professional judgment on clinical issues, asking for supervisory input when needed.
• Compliance with all safety and infection control policies to prevent injury to patients, employees, or self, and instituting emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patient conditions.
• Responsibility for department supplies, equipment, and adherence to efficient time management and utilization of patient resources.
• Continuous interface with fellow employees, physicians, and patients, and establishing good relationships with community agencies.
• Working with pediatric/adult/geriatric patients in a modern well‑equipped environment, with a significant potential for exposure to aggressive and violent outbursts and physical harm from non‑compliant patients.
• Requirement to work weekends, irregular hours, and holidays, subject to extended hours with a possibility of prolonged standing/walking.
• Assists with lifting and moving patients, requires manual dexterity and mobility, occasionally lifts supplies/equipment, and use of personal protective equipment when required. Must meet physical requirements per hospital standard.
• Frequent independent judgment and ability to handle clinical situations requiring use of sound professional judgment and critical‑thinking skills, including clinical assessment, data, and patient response.
• Providing quality patient care, continuously prioritizing multiple duties, and functioning in a calm and professional manner during stressful situations.
• Utilizing assessment, reassessment, and critical‑thinking skills in dealing with changes in patient outcomes, with required basic computer skills.
• General knowledge of professional nursing principles and techniques, and the pharmacological process in the appropriate administration or delivery of medications.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with health professionals and others to create an environment conducive to carrying out the mission of the facility.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written) to direct overall professional nursing services and encourage open exchange of ideas and information.
• Mental and emotional stability, demonstrating a courteous and calm approach to all contacts with patients, visitors, and healthcare team members, with mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information.
• Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in critical thinking/problem‑solving skills, teamwork, tact, and conflict resolution, with organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
• Leadership abilities, direction, and complex problem‑solving capabilities, accurate documentation within the electronic medical record, and proficiency in clinical skills, multi‑tasking, and professional bedside manner.
• Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance.

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required] Field of Study:
• Nursing Work Experience:
• 1+ acute care experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range:

$31.85 - $50.90

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith‑based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.