RN Pre-Op/PACU: Critical Care & Patient Advocate

UF Health; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Saint Augustine seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to manage individualized patient care using the nursing process, from assessment to health education, within hospital standards.

You will collaborate with the care team, perform exams, administer medications, monitor for emergencies, document care, and educate patients and families. Florida RN licensure and BLS/ACLS certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing required.
• Florida RN license required.
• OR experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with the treatment team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Perform physical exams, health histories, nursing assessments, and routine observations.
• Administer medications, wound care, injections, IV infusions and other treatments; operate standard critical care equipment.
• Recognize and intervene in life-threatening emergencies, including emergency drugs and defibrillator use.
• Document assessments, care provided, and patient progress; update care plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions, medications, wellness, and follow-up care.
• Adhere to OSHA guidelines and quality control methods.
• All other duties assigned by department.

Education

Associates degree in nursing

Job description

UF Health in Saint Augustine seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) to manage individualized patient care using the nursing process, from assessment to health education, within hospital standards.

You will collaborate with the care team, perform exams, administer medications, monitor for emergencies, document care, and educate patients and families. Florida RN licensure and BLS/ACLS certifications are required.