RN Registered Nurse Open Heart Unit Nights
About The Position
The Registered Nurse in the Open Heart Unit conducts comprehensive assessments of patients’ physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors. The nurse develops, implements, evaluates, and revises individualized care plans according to patient needs and standards of care. Responsibilities include safely administering medications and treatments, monitoring for adverse reactions, educating patients and families, and collaborating with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate care. This is a full-time night-shift role at AdventHealth in Port Charlotte, Florida.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Nursing.
- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
- Organizational and multitasking skills.
- Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
- Ability to work as a team player within a unit.
- Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills.
- Fluency in English, including reading, verbal, and written skills.
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate Microsoft Windows-based programs.
- Ability to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patients, evaluate interventions, and revise plans of care according to patient outcomes.
- EKG knowledge, based on patient and unit requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
- At least 1 year of experience in an acute care hospital setting.
- Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) certification.
- Neonatal Med Certification (NEONATAL MED).
- Pediatric ER Assess, Recognize and Stabilization (PEARS) certification.
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with OB/GYN specialization (RDMS-OBGYN).
- NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program certification.
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification.
- Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC).
- Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) certification.
- Critical Care Registered Nurse - Tele-ICU (CCRN-E) certification.
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification.
- Oncology Nurse Society (ONS) certification.
- Board Certified Pediatrics (BCP) certification.
- Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) certification.
- Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC) certification.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care.
- Regularly evaluate and revise care plans as necessary.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions.
- Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies.
- Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care.
- Ensure effective communication and teamwork.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
- Life insurance and disability insurance from day one.
- Paid time off from day one.
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Four weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
- Career development.
- Whole-person well-being resources.
- Mental health resources and support.
- Pet benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
