1 West Registered Nurse Seasonal

Community Health Systems•Naples, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process. The role includes conducting and documenting patient assessments, reporting changes in condition, administering prescribed medications, assisting physicians within the nurse’s documented competency, collaborating on individualized care plans, responding to emergencies, advocating for patients, and educating patients and families. The nurse follows infection-control and patient-safety standards, operates medical equipment as needed, participates in audits and performance-improvement initiatives, maintains accurate medical records, and pursues professional development. Responsibilities vary by assigned service or unit and may include specialized nursing care in critical care, emergency services, operating rooms, cardiac surgery, endoscopy, obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, post-anesthesia care, neonatal intensive care, telemetry, dialysis, or the cardiac catheterization laboratory. Duties may include monitoring patients and equipment, performing or assisting with procedures, administering treatments, supporting recovery, and educating patients and families. The position requires 0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting. State or compact-state RN licensure and BCLS are required; ACLS, PALS, and NRP are preferred. Additional requirements may apply under facility- or unit-specific guidelines. The nurse also performs other duties as assigned, maintains regular and reliable attendance, and complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
RN—Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
BCLS—Basic Life Support certification required.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

ACLS—Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
PALS—Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
NRP—Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Conduct thorough patient assessments, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration.
Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities as appropriate.
Advocate for patients’ rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
Implement infection-control protocols and promote patient safety, including adherence to National Patient Safety Goals and maintenance of a clean, safe environment.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance-improvement initiatives.
Make responsible decisions when planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned, maintain regular and reliable attendance, and comply with policies and standards.
Perform specialized nursing duties as applicable to the assigned service or unit, including critical care, emergency, operating room, cardiac surgery, endoscopy, obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, PACU, NICU, telemetry, dialysis, or cath lab care.