Graduate Nurse Oncology Full-Time Nights (Lakeland Highlands Hospital)

Orlando Health•Lakeland, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Administers patient care in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting where acute care patients receive active treatment for injuries, illnesses, medical conditions, or following interventions. Provides bedside care under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse; assesses patient needs and develops or revises individualized care plans; evaluates progress toward expected outcomes; and advocates for patients and families. The role requires age-appropriate care, collaboration with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams, coordination and delegation of patient care, accurate documentation, and use of patient-care equipment according to unit requirements. The nurse supports a compassionate, safe, and therapeutic environment, follows legal and regulatory standards, contributes to quality improvement and professional development, and participates in the Nurse Residency Program as appropriate. This is a full-time night position at Lakeland Highlands Hospital.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Authorized by the Florida Board of Nursing to practice as a graduate nurse and has received a “Graduate Nurse” letter.
Authorized to take the NCLEX by the examination vendor.
Meet all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and the unit or department.
Obtain a Florida Registered Nurse license or Nurse Licensure Compact multistate RN license within three months of placement in the job.
Maintain current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
ACLS, NRP, PALS, or TNCC certification is required in certain areas; NRP is required for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Responsibilities

Administer bedside patient care under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse.
Assess patients’ needs, develop or revise individualized plans of care, and evaluate progress toward expected outcomes.
Build respectful relationships with team members and customers, advocate for patients and families, and provide compassionate care.
Provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served on the assigned unit or department.
Communicate and collaborate with medical staff, interdisciplinary teams, nursing leadership, and other healthcare team members to plan and manage care.
Coordinate care for a defined patient group and delegate tasks according to patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
Document patient assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety in accordance with required and regulatory standards.
Demonstrate competency in nursing skills and the use of patient-care and unit equipment.
Prioritize care according to Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care and identify and resolve problems effectively.
Communicate relevant information about patient conditions and unit concerns to healthcare team members.
Demonstrate awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights.
Support the transition and development of new team members and students in collaboration with education and nursing leadership.
Contribute to others’ knowledge and skills and continuously improve healthcare practice and organizational outcomes.
Participate in or lead unit-level and organizational committees focused on nursing practice and performance improvement.
Participate in peer review, mentoring, and coaching related to professional practice or role performance.
Use supplies efficiently and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Attend staff development in-services, department meetings, and/or nursing committee meetings.
Partner with nursing leadership to identify professional development needs and take responsibility for continuing education.
Participate in and attend the Nurse Residency Program as appropriate to the role.
Maintain punctual attendance and comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.