RN Critical Care Float

As the nation’s largest private employer of Registered Nurses, we’re honored by the trust of over 100,000 nurses and committed to supporting safe, high-quality care for which they can practice. That’s why more than 80% of our hospitals earn an A or B Leapfrog safety grade, rank in the top 5% nationally for patient outcomes through Health Grades, or are recognized as Magnet or Pathway to Excellence facilities. Join us! Job Summary The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance. Major Responsibilities Assesses patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled and/or as needed, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. Assesses patient environment for any safety risks and/or non-compliance with regulatory standards. Assesses patient pain regularly to promote effective pain management, including reassessments after appropriate intervention. Assesses patient condition for signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. Reports any indications of abuse or neglect to medical provider(s), nurse leader, and/or appropriate agency. Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner. Performs the administration of prescribed medications. Monitors patient for therapeutic response. Notifies provider and intervenes as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication. Performs exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively. Teaches patients/families/caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding. Teaches patients/families/caregivers about any non-medicinal follow-up measures, such as healthy diet and exercise, disease prevention, and/or other lifestyle changes. Prepares patients and families/caregivers for future self-management. Manages a care team, providing oversight and delegation to members as appropriate. Manages evidence-based practices and continuous process improvement initiatives to meet and exceed quality measures and enhance the exceptional care provided to patients. Manages the quality of care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize, and deliver a holistic patient treatment plan that promotes and supports recovery. Manages the continuation of care by serving as the interface between healthcare providers and community support systems who coordinate ongoing care needs for specialized patient groups. Specialty‑Specific Responsibilities Uses specialized equipment and supplies safety and effectively, with adaptations according to patient age, size, and developmental needs. Manages Swan‑Ganz, arterial, and CVP lines and applies appropriate intervention as needed. Effectively manages ventilators, troubleshooting issues as they arise. Collaborates with respiratory therapy practitioners and physicians in the care of intubated patients. Demonstrates knowledge of weaning parameters. Administers vasoactive, antiarrhythmic, inotropic, sedative and paralytic agents per policy and unit standard. Applies best practices to the care of sedated patients, minimizing the potential for injury. Monitors cardiac rhythm. Interprets data, identifies issues, and applies appropriate interventions. Provides care for the immediate post‑operative patient. Provides care for the potential and/or organ/tissue donor patient. Considers principles of death and dying when caring for the caring for the terminally ill ICU patient. Provides emotional, spiritual, religious and cultural support to patients and their families. What qualifications you will need Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date (RN) Registered Nurse Associate Degree, or Registered Nurse Diploma 2 years of critical care experience Benefits HCA Florida Capital Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn More About Employee Benefits “There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.”- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Florida Capital Hospital is your one‑stop solution for all your healthcare needs. We are an accredited healthcare facility with over 1,400 skilled employees and 500+ experienced providers. Our 288‑bed, acute‑care hospital provides 24/7 Emergency Services in Leon and Gadsden Counties. Our facilities include a state‑of‑the‑art Behavioral Health Center, Cancer Center, Chest Pain Center w/PCI‑Resuscitation, Family Center, Heart & Vascular Center, Imaging Services, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Orthopedic/Spine Center, Physical Therapy Services, Rehabilitation Center, Stroke Center, Surgical Services, Surgical Weight Loss Center, Network‑of‑Care Affiliated Physician Practices, and much more. Trust us to give you compassionate care and exceptional service. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. Be a part of an organization that leverages our size to make a real impact in our industry! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our RN Critical Care Float opening. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr HCA Florida Capital Hospital