Registered Nurse RN Pediatric PCU Nights

AdventHealth Orlando; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO from day one

403-B retirement plan

Parental leave

Career development

Whole person well-being resources

Mental health resources and support

Job summary

AdventHealth Orlando is seeking a Pediatric Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN for night shifts in a specialized 12-bed pediatric unit. You will assess, plan, and deliver nursing care for pediatric patients, ensuring safety and family-centered care.

A sign-on bonus up to $20,000 and relocation assistance are available for eligible candidates. Requires a Bachelor’s of Nursing, RN license, BLS, PALS, and pediatric acute care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN with pediatric acute care experience preferred.
• Must be able to work nights.
• strong communication and teamwork required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments per orders.
• Educate patients and families on conditions and care.
• Coordinate with medical staff for optimal patient outcomes.
• Document care activities accurately in the medical record.

Skills

Nursing care

Team player

Verbal communication

EKG competency

Fluent English

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

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.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• 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:

Full time

Shift: Night (United States of America)

Address:

601 E Rollins St

City:

Orlando

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32803

Job Description:

Grow with us. Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn salary increases of up to 20%* through our Clinical Ladder Program based on experience, professional development, and achievement of advancement criteria.

Clinical Ladder participation is voluntary. Salary adjustments are determined by program eligibility, advancement level, and organizational guidelines.

Up to $20,000 Sign-on Bonus and $5,000 Relocation Assistance available to eligible candidates (see terms below)

Terms: 12-month Full-time Employment Contract Required for Sign-On and Relocation

Sign-on Eligibility:

• One (1) year of applicable experience
• Internal Candidates and Rehires within 12 months are not eligible

Relocation Eligibility:

• Must live 50 miles outside of campus address
• Rehires that are less than 12 months from separation date are not eligible

Unit Highlights:

• The AdventHealth Orlando for Children Pediatric Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is a 12-bed specialized care unit designed to provide an intermediate level of care for pediatric patients.
• Located on the 3rd floor, the Pediatric PCU supports a wide range of pediatric patients with complex and evolving care needs. The unit will also accommodate occasional pediatric medical-surgical overflow patients as capacity allows.
• The Pediatric PCU cares for chronic pediatric patients, post-operative patients requiring cardiac monitoring, and patients who need more frequent respiratory interventions. Additionally, the unit serves as a key transition area for patients stepping down from the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) to medical-surgical care, ensuring continuity of care and safety during recovery.
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are maintained at 3:1, with the flexibility to adjust to 2:1 based on individual patient acuity and care requirements, supporting high-quality, family-centered care and optimal patient outcomes.
• The Pediatric PCU at AdventHealth for Children is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in a healing environment, supporting both patients and families through complex and transitional phases of pediatric illness and recovery.

Schedule: Full-time, Three (3) 12-hour shifts

Shift: Nights, 07:00 pm - 07:00 am (with weekend rotation)

Location: 601 E Rollins St, Orlando, FL 32803

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors of patients.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care, regularly evaluating and revising these plans as necessary.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely, following physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and compliance.
• Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Ability to work as a Team player within a unit
• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
• EKG competency
• Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)
• Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs
• 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

Education:

• Bachelor's of Nursing [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ acute care hospital setting in pediatrics [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

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

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$31.85 - $52.76

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.