Nurse Resident RN I - 3S Night Shift-Med Obs Unit

Nurse Resident (RN)Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times' Top Workplaces.The nurse resident will initiate a professional nursing practice career in a supportive environment committed to mentoring, coaching and learning. They will build confidence through a structured, professional transition to practice experience that is customized to individual developmental needs. Nurse Residents will create and enhance professional networks and relationships with peers during the residency, while honing and developing clinical and leadership skills. Scheduled eight-hour paid education days off the unit are required for residents to participate in class activities. The entire residency program length is 12 months with the inclusion of the unit specific orientation that is either 12 or 16 weeks in length depending on the unit. The Residency program also includes informal, one-on-one meetings at scheduled intervals throughout the program to provide additional support and to monitor the nurse residents' progress. Residents will also participate in evaluation of their own individual progress as well as evaluation of the overall program.We are seeking a compassionate Nurse Resident (RN) to join our medical observation unit, who will provide exceptional care for our oncology patients requiring short-term hospitalization, ongoing assessment, symptom management, and treatment.Hours: 3 12-hour shifts and some weekendsThe ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate expertise in:Caring for patients with a variety of acute medical conditions.Symptom management and patient comfort.Excellent assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.Effective communication skills with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.Ability to prioritize care in a fast-paced observation environment.Proficiency in admission, discharge processes, and patient education.Strong teamwork and collaboration across disciplines.Excellent interpersonal skills to foster trust and rapport.BSN graduatesEmbody the vision, mission, and philosophy of Moffitt Nursing and are committed to and accountable for personalized patient and family centered care and the concepts of Duffy's quality caring model/caring factors. These frameworks of care include: collaboration and mutual problem solving, dignity and human respect, encouraging manner, attentive reassurance, appreciation of unique meaning, healing environment, basic human needs, information sharing, caring for self, and affiliation needs.Responsibilities:New-graduate nurses will initiate professional nursing practice careers in a supportive environment committed to mentoring, coaching and learning.Build confidence through a structured, professional transition-into-practice experience that is customized to individual developmental needs.Develop leadership skills that will positively impact the clinical practice environment and patient outcomes.Create and enhance professional networks and relationships with peers during the residency, while honing and developing clinical and leadership skills in a world-class academic medical institution.Scheduled eight-hour paid education days off the unit are offered for residents to participate in required class activities.The entire residency program length is 12 months with the inclusion of the department specific orientation that is either 12 or 16 weeks in length depending on the department.The Residency program also includes informal, one-on-one meetings at scheduled intervals throughout the program to provide additional support and to monitor the newly licensed nurse's progress.Residents will also participate in evaluation of their own individual progress as well as evaluation of the overall program.All Nurse Residents will be required to sign a Commitment Agreement, agreeing to work for a minimum of two (2) years in the Cancer Center as a Registered Nurse in good working standards complying with all polices and protocols of the Cancer Center. In the event the employee does not successfully complete the Nurse Residency Program or thereafter the commitment of two (2) full years of employment in the Cancer Center after completion of the program, employee agrees to refund the Cancer Center a pro-rated amount of the cost for the program. Additional details will be provided with an offer.Perform comprehensive assessments and ongoing monitoring of patients requiring observation and short-term medical management.Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition, escalating care as appropriate.Manage common oncology related complications including pain, nausea/vomiting, dehydration, fever, electrolyte imbalances, anemia, neutropenia, and treatment related side effects.Educate patients and caregivers on symptom management, medications, and discharge instructions.Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacy, case management, social work, nutrition, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.Maintain accurate documentation while adhering to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.Foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, and excellence while providing high-quality, patient centered care.Credentials and Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Science of NursingIn lieu of Bachelors, an Associate's degree in Nursing plus 1 year of relevant experience may be consideredRegistered Nurse (RN) RN-Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of FL, or a valid Multi-State privilege to practice in FL (must declare FL as primary State of residence within 60 days from date of hire if licensed in another eNLC compact state with multi-state privileges)Basic Life Support (BLS)Position Highlights:The Registered Nurse delivers individualized quality nursing care to cancer patients and families in accordance with established hospital guidelines, nursing professional practice model, nursing care standards and policies and in accordance with ANA code of ethics and external regulatory agencies.Registered Nurses embody the vision, mission, and philosophy of Moffitt Nursing and are committed to and accountable for personalized patient and family centered care and the concepts of Duffy's quality caring model/caring factors. These frameworks of care include: collaboration and mutual problem solving, dignity and human respect, encouraging manner, attentive reassurance, appreciation of unique meaning, healing environment, basic human needs, information sharing, caring for self, and affiliation needs.Registered Nurses use the nursing process to effectively plan and manage quality patient care. Biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational and discharge planning needs are addressed in all steps of the nursing process. This is demonstrated in base-line and comparative documentation, entered in a timely manner, and with evidence of age-appropriate consideration when care is planned, delivered, and evaluated.Salary Range$36.63 - $54.93Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.Moffitt Career SiteIf you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,then we have a place for you!