Registered Nurse - Mother Baby

Health First Careers • Melbourne, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and in-direct patient care by adhering to the nursing process in a collaborative environment, promoting optimal patient outcomes through evidence-based practice, care coordination, and patient and family engagement.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Nursing (ASN) or Nursing Diploma.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Florida or endorsement.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in EMR systems and patient documentation.
• Demonstrated initiative in quality and patient safety improvements.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in complex environments.
• Must maintains compliance with competency validations and continuing education.
• Demonstrate flexibility, reliability, and a commitment to a collaborative work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
• One (1) year or more of acute care or specialty setting.
• National certification in specialty area (e.g., CCRN, CMSRN, CEN).
• Additional certifications to meet unit specific care requirements (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIHSS).

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and effective nursing care based on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs across the care continuum.
• Administers medications, perform treatments, and document care activities in accordance with Health First’s policies and procedures.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care, participate in rounds, and support discharge planning.
• Applies critical thinking to promptly identify changes in patient condition and initiate the appropriate interventions.
• Educates patients and families using teach-back to promote engagement in care and safe transitions.
• Adheres to safety protocols and infection prevention practices to protect patients and Associates.
• Utilizes Health First technology systems to enter clinical documentation and care plans.
• Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and High Reliability Organization (HRO) initiatives.
• Supports precepting, mentoring, and onboarding of new Associates and students as appropriate.
• Promotes a culture of purpose, rounding, and communication at the bedside (e.g., whiteboard use, bedside shift report).

Benefits

• Diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution.
• Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates.
• Different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results.
• It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree