RN Pediatric Cardiac ICU - Nights at New York

Job Description

Job is located in Orlando, FL.Florida Hospital for Children seeks to hire a CVICU Registered Nurse who will embrace our mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ.   Florida Hospital for Children Profile Since opening our doors in 1908, Florida Hospital has offered one of the most comprehensive children’s health programs in Central Florida. Today, we continue this legacy of pediatric excellence at the Magnet® recognized Walt Disney Pavilion at Florida Hospital for Children.  Our campus is home to 30 pediatric sub-specialties led by a team of 400+ nurses and physicians. We provide specialized care in various state-of-the-art settings, including an 81-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with private family-centered rooms, an Advanced Center for Pediatric Surgery handling nearly 4,000 cases each year, and one of the few pediatric oncology programs in the area. We’re also Central Florida’s only pediatric provider for bone marrow transplant, kidney transplant, Gamma Knife services, trilogy radiation and Level III epilepsy care. But perhaps most exciting of all, is that this is the first—and only—hospital to bear the Disney® name. Department Profile:  Pediatric CVICU The Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit provides the highest quality of care for children with congenital heart defects and acquired heart conditions through surgical intervention, cardiac catheterization, and medical management. The PCVICU team includes a world-class surgeon with over 30 years of cardiac surgery experience, specialized nurses, therapists and a certified child life specialist. We are dedicated to providing excellence and innovative family-centered care during a critical time in the lives of children affected by CHD. Work Hours/Shifts: Full Time: Nights Job Summary: As a CVICU Registered Nurse, you will make providing service your priority while caring for the whole person in a faith-based atmosphere. The RN is a registered professional nurse who is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect total nursing care responsibilities to identified age specific groups. Utilizing the nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating) in achieving the goals of the nursing department.  For job class codes GRN and R120, graduates nurses and experienced nurses entering a training program will be under the direct supervision of a preceptor for all principal duties and responsibilities during the training program with eventual transition to independent practice after successful training program completion. Adheres to the Florida Hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Job Requirements

Knowledge Skills, Education & Experience Required: American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationFor those hired prior to April 1, 2011:AHA BLS certification is required by December 31, 2011 If current BLS from another agency, recertification in AHA BLS at their recertification date.For those hired after April 1, 2011, if certification is from another agency, certification from AHA must be obtained within 90 days of hire.And AHA Advanced life support certification (ACLS, PALS, NRP) per specialty/unit requirementsFor those hired prior to April 1, 2011, if current advanced life support from another agency, recertification in AHA Advanced Life Support at their recertification date. If hired after April 1, 2011, if certification is from another agency, certification from AHA must be obtained by 90 day evaluation.ACLS, PALS, NRP (based on patient population); (preferred) For Labor and Delivery, and PHRU units - Basic/Intermediate/Advance Fetal Monitoring  (preferred) Graduate of a school of nursing.For GRN, graduate of an accredited school of nursingFor all job classes except GRN and R120, unit related experience is required for unit placementBachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)  Licensure, Certification, or Registration Required:  Current registration with Florida State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse.Graduate professional nurses who do not have an authorization to test (seating pass) will have a limited scope of practice as outlined in GN orientation   Job Responsibilities:   Demonstrates through behavior Florida Hospital’s Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork.Performs properly and legibly documents and reports all procedures and assessments in accordance with department policy. Annually meets all department specific competencies.Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand washing according to policy.  Demonstrates awareness of hazards which may endanger patients. Ensures adherence to regulatory standards and enforces safety regulationsPerforms treatments and administers medications according to policy and procedure.  Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies.  Evaluates effectiveness of interventions and medications.Verifies orders and facilitates implementation, communicating with physician as needed. Identifies and prepares patient using aseptic technique as dictated by procedure ordered. Responsible and accountable for participation in quality and performance improvement activities with the goal to improve patient outcomes. Demonstrates accurate documentation and monitoring of activities as needed.  Participates in unit/service line budgeting processes to ensure a cost effective, quality focused environment. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the departmentExhibits desire to learn and upgrade skills.  Supervises other health care team members in the clinical setting.  Utilizes knowledge base to assist with orientation, training, and education of new personnel.Able to function effectively in all the following roles: circulator, monitor, and scrub, as well as other roles required by campus (stress lab, procedural support and recovery unit, etc.). Facilitates timely patient throughput.Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or unit. If you want to be a part of a team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality in patient care, we invite you to explore the CVICU Registered Nurse opportunity with Florida Hospital for Children and apply online today.

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Country: USA, State: New York, City: New York, Company: Florida Hospital.