Registered Nurse - Baptist PCU - Nights

Baptist Health Care • Pensacola, FL

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse serves as an expert in evaluating patients, administering care, recognizing complications, and coordinating with other members of the critical care team. The role uses advanced skills to care for critically ill patients at high risk for life-threatening health problems. The nurse responds to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols, advocates for patients, and provides education and support to patient families. Working with increasing independence, the nurse sets criteria for quality patient care, assesses patient needs, provides specialized care, and evaluates outcomes and interventions. The nurse also directs and guides ancillary and other patient care personnel while maintaining professional nursing practice standards.

Requirements

• Technical Diploma/Certificate in Nursing or an Associate Degree in Nursing.
• Registered Nurse license in Florida or an eligible compact state, required upon hire.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association, required upon hire.
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIH) certification, required upon hire.
• ACLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association, required within 90 days.
• Demonstrated proficiency in nursing knowledge and skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, identify, and prioritize patient and family needs to provide quality care; develop, discuss, and communicate an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the care team.
• Safely deliver medications and treatments, monitor and document patient responses, and follow safety policies and protocols, including patient identification and risk mitigation.
• Continuously assess patients, detect changes in condition, and communicate with appropriate care team members to support timely clinical decision-making.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
• Promote effective working relationships and contribute effectively to department and unit goals and objectives.
• Maintain current licensure, certifications, required education, competencies, and documentation in accordance with the unit's scope of service and professional standards; pursue professional growth and development.
• Respond to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols, advocate for patients, and provide education and support to patient families.
• Direct and guide ancillary personnel and other patient care personnel while maintaining professional nursing practice standards.

What This Job Offers

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