Nurse Resident - Inpatient Surgical Unit Full Time Days

Orlando Health • Melbourne, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Resident provides bedside nursing care to acute-care patients in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting. The role is intended for licensed registered nurses with less than one year of experience. Care is provided under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse, and includes assessing patient needs, developing and revising individualized care plans, evaluating progress, and coordinating care for a defined group of patients. The Nurse Resident documents care, administers medications and treatments, promotes patient safety, and applies evidence-based standards of care. The position also involves collaborating with patients, families, medical staff, and interdisciplinary teams; contributing to quality improvement and professional development; and participating in the Nurse Residency Program as appropriate to the role.

Requirements

• Graduate of a nursing school.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Florida or holding a valid Nurse Licensure Compact multistate RN license.
• Maintain current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• Meet all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and the unit or department.
• Intended for licensed registered nurses with less than one year of experience.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS, or TNCC may be required for 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 patient 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, therapeutic care.
• Provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients on the assigned unit or department.
• Communicate and collaborate with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to plan and manage care.
• Coordinate care for a defined group of patients and delegate tasks appropriately based on patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
• Document 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 in accordance with evidence-based standards and identify and resolve problems effectively.
• Communicate relevant patient-condition information and unit concerns to healthcare team members.
• Demonstrate awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights.
• Collaborate with education and nursing leadership teams to support and transition new team members and students.
• Contribute to others’ knowledge and skills and continuously improve healthcare practice and organizational outcomes.
• Participate in and potentially lead unit- or organization-level 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 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 regular, punctual attendance and comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Evening, night, and weekend shift differentials for qualifying positions.
• Benefits starting on day one, including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, free college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, backup elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed