Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Med/Surg

HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital is seeking a caregiver to assess patients on admission and during every shift, recognizing changes in status and communicating them promptly.

This role administers prescribed medications, monitors responses, and documents care in the medical record.

The clinician provides patient and family education, translates medical terminology, and strives to deliver compassionate, timely care.

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient\'s condition during admission and each scheduled shift.
• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered, and document care in the medical record.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor therapeutic response, and address adverse reactions.
• Provide exceptional care by promptly responding to patient requests and anticipating needs.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, medications, side effects, and follow-up steps, translating complex terms as needed.

Job description

Assess the patient's condition during admission and each scheduled shift, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.

Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s), and ensure thorough and timely documentation of care administration in the patient's medical record.

Administer prescribed medications, monitor the patient for therapeutic response, and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to the medication.

Provide exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests, proactively anticipating patient needs, and resolving them.

Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the patient's medical condition, treatment plan, medications, possible side effects, and follow-up measures, ensuring complete understanding by translating complex medical terminology.