Specialty Unit RN II — Patient-Centered Care

Location Hollywood, Florida Summary Provides direct patient care in an area designated as a specialty unit in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Responsibilities Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources. Monitors, documents, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Effectively delegates patient care to ancillary personnel. May precept student nurses and new hires. Collaborates across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including disposition, referral, and spiritual and psychosocial support needs. Evaluates learning needs of the patient and/or family and provides patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances. Competencies Accountability Customer Service Development and Implementation of Plan of Care Knowledge of Disease Process Organization Skills Patient and Family Centered Care Patient Safety – Nursing Problem Solving – Patient Care Responding to Change Standards of Behavior Education and Certification Requirements Accredited Program: Nursing (Required) BLS Certification (American Heart Association – BLS AHA) Registered Nurse License (RN) – State of Florida Additional Job Information Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: One (1) year of nursing experience. Department-Specific Credentials (See below): ONCC Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Certificate for RNs administering chemotherapy. APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider card within 12 months of hire for RNs administering chemotherapy for oncologic indication in pediatric settings. ACLS required for ICU, ED, PACU, Endo, Tele, OB, MHN Pre‑Op and Specialty Procedural areas. PALS required for Pediatric areas (except NICU). Non‑pediatric RN has 30 days from hire to obtain PALS. NRP certification required for NICU. Non‑NICU RN has 30 days from hire to obtain NRP. Certification in Fetal Monitoring (Intermediate or Advanced) for L&D RNs prior to job orientation. RN Fellowship Program requires one (1) year of independent RN practice (excluding orientation). Fellowship specialties require ACLS and BLS certifications. Newly licensed RNs have six (6) months to obtain ACLS and/or PALS. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Bending and Stooping = 80% Climbing = 40% Keyboard Entry = 80% Kneeling = 60% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80% Lifting or Carrying 0‑25 lbs Non‑Patient = 80% Lifting or Carrying 25‑75 lbs Non‑Patient = 40% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non‑Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0‑25 lbs Non‑Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling 26‑75 lbs Non‑Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non‑Patient = 80% Reaching = 80% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 40% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80% Running = 40% Sitting = 60% Squatting = 80% Standing = 80% Walking = 80% Audible Speech = 80% Hearing Acuity = 80% Smelling Acuity = 40% Taste Discrimination = 0% Depth Perception = 80% Distinguish Color = 80% Seeing – Far = 80% Seeing – Near = 80% Biohazardous Waste = 80% Biological Hazards – Respiratory = 80% Biological Hazards – Skin or Ingestion = 80% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80% Asbestos = 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60% Dust = 60% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80% Hazardous Chemicals = 80% Hazardous Medication = 80% Latex = 0% Computer Monitor = 80% Domestic Animals = 40% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 40% Hazardous Noise = 0% Heating Devices = 40% Hypoxia = 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0% Magnetic Fields = 40% Moving Mechanical Parts = 40% Needles/Sharp Objects = 80% Potential Electric Shock = 40% Potential for Physical Assault = 40% Radiation = 0% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60% Shift Days Disclaimer This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post‑offer, pre‑placement assessment, including drug testing. 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