Nurse RN (5-8s) | Ophthalmology | Full Time | Days

UF Health • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) in Pre-op and PACU provides nursing care to surgical patients using the nursing process and professional nursing standards of care. The RN performs staff nurse activities and may function as charge nurse when assigned. The RN remains accountable and responsible for assigned patients, even when some activities or tasks are delegated to Patient Care Associates and Guest Associates. 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. Other education conditions apply to employees hired or transferred during the stated earlier periods, and employees hired or transferred before August 1, 2013, are grandfathered.
• Demonstrate teamwork and communicate professionally with all members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn new methods, procedures, and techniques resulting from departmental or organizational change.
• Adapt quickly to change and adjust behavior and approach to work when necessary to achieve goals.
• Licensed to practice nursing in Florida.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association; Fellowship RNs must obtain ACLS within six months of hire or transfer.
• Less than one year of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• One year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to surgical patients in Pre-op and PACU using the nursing process and professional nursing standards of care.
• Perform staff nurse activities.
• Function as charge nurse when assigned.
• Maintain overall accountability and responsibility for assigned patients, including when activities or tasks are delegated.

What This Job Offers

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