Nurse RN | PICU | PRN Variable Shift

UF Health • Jacksonville, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process and professional nursing standards. The RN performs staff nurse activities and functions as charge nurse when assigned. The RN retains overall accountability and responsibility for assigned patients, even when tasks are delegated to Technical Nurses, Patient Care Associates, or Sitters. Care assignments are appropriate to the age and developmental level of the patients served.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• BSN must be obtained from an accredited school of nursing within three years of hire or transfer for applicable new hires.
• Demonstrate teamwork and professional communication with members of the healthcare team.
• Ability to learn and apply computer technologies and procedures related to patient care delivery.
• Florida RN license or confirmation of eligibility for licensure upon receipt of SSN.
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required on the first day of employment.
• ACLS required at hire or transfer for specified departments, including PICU.
• ACLS required within six months for specified departments and progressive RNs in intensive care units.
• PALS required within six months for PICU and Trauma Center.
• Fellowship RNs must obtain ACLS, PALS, and NRP within six months when required by the department.
• Psych Unit staff must complete CPI training within 90 days and annually thereafter.
• Less than one year of related experience required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using the nursing process and professional nursing standards.
• Perform staff nurse activities and function as charge nurse when assigned.
• Maintain accountability and responsibility for assigned patients, including when tasks are delegated.
• Ensure assignments are appropriate to patients’ age and developmental level.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree