Per Diem RN days Inpatient oncology

Jupiter Medical Center

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides patient-centered care to an assigned group of inpatient oncology patients. The RN plans, directs, and evaluates nursing care using a holistic approach that considers patients’ physical, developmental, emotional, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and functional status. The RN collects information to establish a standard of care, identify patient outcomes, and evaluate the effectiveness of the nursing plan of care. Initial and ongoing assessments help establish a baseline and address changing patient needs. The RN follows established nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures; ensures accurate documentation and adequate supplies; and is knowledgeable in the operation of equipment. The role requires maintaining current credentials and compliance with hospital procedural standards, while supporting and promoting Jupiter Medical Center’s mission and vision. The RN also serves as an educator to peers, patients, and families and performs other duties as assigned. The position is per diem and scheduled for days.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Current RN licensure in the state of Florida.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association for Healthcare Providers.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods.
Frequently assist with lifting patients and heavy equipment.
Ability to push or pull up to 40 pounds and carry or lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a stressful environment, work independently, make sound decisions, and remain detail-oriented, alert, and self-motivated.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide patient-centered care to an assigned group of patients.
Plan, direct, and evaluate nursing care using a holistic view of each patient.
Collect assessment information to develop a standard of care, identify patient care outcomes, and evaluate the nursing plan of care.
Complete initial assessments and ongoing reassessments to address patients’ changing needs.
Follow established nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures when administering nursing care.
Ensure accurate documentation and adequate supplies, and operate equipment knowledgeably.
Maintain current credentials and comply with hospital procedural standards.
Support and promote Jupiter Medical Center’s mission and vision.
Educate peers, patients, and their families.
Perform other duties as assigned.