Nurse RN | Durbin Emergency Department | Full Time | Nights

UF Health • Saint Johns, SC

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process and professional nursing standards of practice. The RN is expected to perform all staff nurse activities and function as charge nurse when assigned. The RN retains overall accountability and responsibility for assigned patients, even when activities or tasks are delegated to Technical Nurses, Patient Care Associates, and/or Sitters. Assignments are performed appropriately for the age and developmental level of the patients served. The role serves patients of all age groups.

Requirements

• Associate's degree and graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• New hires effective June 14, 2017, must obtain a BSN from an accredited school of nursing within three years of hire or transfer into the position. Requirements for hires or transfers between August 1, 2013 and June 13, 2017 are governed by the conditions in the offer letter and the job description signed upon hire or transfer. Employees hired or transferred before August 1, 2013 are grandfathered.
• Demonstrated teamwork and professional communication with all members of the healthcare team.
• Ability to learn and apply computer technologies and procedures that affect patient care delivery.
• Licensed to practice nursing in Florida, or have a confirmation letter establishing eligibility for issuance upon receipt of an SSN.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross by the first day of employment.
• Less than one year of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• BSN degree.
• Professional certification.
• One year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using the nursing process and professional nursing standards of practice.
• Perform staff nurse activities and function as charge nurse when assigned.
• Maintain accountability and responsibility for assigned patients, including when tasks are delegated to Technical Nurses, Patient Care Associates, and/or Sitters.
• Perform assignments appropriately for patients' ages and developmental levels.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree