Nurse Resident, Ortho Trauma

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Nurse Resident works on a 20-bed Orthopedic Trauma Unit caring for patients with complex, high-acuity conditions, including falls, fractures, crush injuries, traumatic amputations, gunshot wounds, and motor vehicle collision injuries. The role is intended for licensed registered nurses with less than one year of experience and provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced setting alongside a skilled team. The resident administers bedside care under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse; assesses patients and develops individualized plans of care; evaluates progress toward outcomes; and collaborates with medical staff and the interdisciplinary team. The position also includes documentation, patient advocacy and education, appropriate delegation, and participation in the Nurse Residency Program and professional development activities.

Requirements

Graduate of a nursing school.
Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Florida or holds a valid Nurse Licensure Compact multistate RN license.
Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and the unit or department.
Licensed registered nurse with less than one year of experience.

Responsibilities

Administers bedside patient care in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse.
Assesses patients’ needs and develops or revises individualized plans of care based on their needs and responses.
Evaluates patients’ progress toward expected outcomes.
Builds respectful relationships with team members and customers, respecting diversity.
Advocates for patients and their families.
Provides care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served on the assigned unit or department.
Serves as a preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, and/or nurse clinician.
Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and the interdisciplinary team to plan and manage the unit or department.
Models professional practice and supports hospital and nursing department goals and strategies.
Coordinates care for a defined patient group and delegates tasks appropriately according to patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
Documents patient care consistently and in accordance with required and regulatory standards, including assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety.
Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and the use of patient care and unit equipment.
Prioritizes care in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care.
Identifies and resolves problems effectively.
Communicates relevant information about patient condition or unit concerns to healthcare team members.
Provides a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
Demonstrates awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights.
Collaborates with the education department and nursing leadership to transition and support new team members and students.
Maintains reasonably regular and punctual attendance and complies with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Contributes to others’ knowledge and skills and continuously improves healthcare practice and organizational outcomes.
Participates in and may lead unit- or organization-level committees focused on nursing practice and performance improvement.
Participates in peer review, mentoring, and coaching related to professional practice or role performance.
Uses supplies efficiently and maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Attends staff development in-services, department meetings, and/or nursing committee meetings.
Partners with nursing leadership to identify professional development needs and takes responsibility for personal development and continuing education.
Actively participates in and attends the Nurse Residency Program as appropriate to the role.