PCU RN Contract

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Schedule: PRN Shift: Night (United States of America) Address: 2500 HARBOR BLVD City: PORT CHARLOTTE State: Florida Postal Code: 33952 Job Description: • Demonstrates critical thinking skills appropriate to patient’s level of care. • Collects and documents patient health data systematically and timely. • Conducts thorough, ongoing assessments of patients, analyzes assessment data and develops individualized, evidence-based plans of care to optimize outcomes in alignment with interdisciplinary goals. • Implements interventions from the plan of care safely, timely, and appropriately, documenting actions taken. • Collaborates and promotes timely patient placement by following hospital policy for patient admission, discharge, and transfer. • Participates in peer interviewing and peer review processes as needed. • Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols. • Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and staff, maintaining professional relationships and promoting a positive environment. • Educates patients and families on health conditions, procedures, and care plans, ensuring understanding and compliance based on assessed learning needs. • Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies, ensuring legal and ethical practice. • Participates in initiatives related to quality, safety, effectiveness, efficiency, and impact on practice in the delivery of nursing services. • Serves as a patient advocate, ensuring patient rights and needs are respected and addressed. • Ensures the appropriate use and stewardship of medical supplies and equipment to support patient safety and operational efficiency. • Ensures safe and effective handoff communication and documentation. • Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand hygiene according to policy, and enforces safety regulations. • Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes. [Required] • Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs. [Required] • Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills) [Required] Education: • Associate's of Nursing [Required] • Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred] Field of Study: • N/A Work Experience: • 2+ years of nursing experience in an acute hospital setting [Required] • 2+ years of PCU experience [Required] Licenses and Certifications: • Registered Nurse (RN) [Required] • Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] • Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC) [Preferred] Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - Pay Range: $15.00 - $130.00 This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.