Respiratory Extern - Float Pool

Conifer Health Solutions•West Palm Beach, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse coordinates and provides safe patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse directs and coordinates assigned personnel and performs charge duties as assigned. Responsibilities include assessing patients and their responses to medications and treatments, identifying problems and implementing appropriate interventions, administering and documenting medications, maintaining accurate patient records, developing and coordinating plans of care, and educating patients and families.

Requirements

State license required upon hire.
BLS required upon hire; BLS must be through the American Heart Association.
Obtain ACLS within 90 days after hire or transfer; must be through the American Heart Association.
Obtain NIHSS within 90 days after hire or transfer.
Obtain CPI within 90 days after hire or transfer.
Obtain PALS within 90 days after hire or transfer; must be through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Identify patient problems and implement appropriate interventions.
Assess skin integrity and fall risk each shift.
Assess patients’ responses to medications and treatments, following unit protocols.
Administer pain medication according to protocol.
Administer, transcribe, and document medications in accordance with hospital policy.
Follow hospital policies and procedures for administering blood and blood products.
Collect, observe, and accurately record data using the nursing process.
Document changes in patient status, report them to physicians, and document actions taken.
Complete admission and discharge forms accurately.
Develop written plans of care that include teaching and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Prioritize patient care according to acuity and/or patient preference.
Coordinate tests and treatments with ancillary departments.
Initiate appropriate evidence-based medicine tools.
Identify patient and family learning needs at admission and initiate resources to address them.
Explain procedures and interventions and document education using the education tool.
Direct and coordinate care provided by assigned personnel.
Perform charge duties as assigned.