RN, Ambulatory Care

Orlando Health•Lakeland, FL

About The Position

The RN, Ambulatory Care administers patient care in an area where patients typically come for treatment and return home the same day, or care is provided in a post-acute transitional care setting. The role applies ambulatory care nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice to promote wellness, restore health, address health-related situational problems, and support end-of-life care. The position is on the first shift. PACU/PRE POST OP experience is highly preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Meet all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and the unit or department.
Maintain current Registered Nurse licensure in Florida or through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
Maintain current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
One year of experience required unless approved by director level or above.
ACLS, NRP, PALS, and TNCC are required for certain areas.

Nice To Haves

PACU/PRE POST OP experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ needs and use current ambulatory care nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice to develop individualized plans of care.
Provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served on the assigned unit.
Prescribe, delegate, coordinate, and document patient care, including assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety.
Demonstrate competency in nursing skills and use of patient care and unit equipment as defined by unit-specific requirements.
Prioritize patient care in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care.
Identify and resolve problems effectively.
Delegate tasks and duties to healthcare team members in accordance with patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
Communicate relevant information regarding patient condition and unit concerns to healthcare team members.
Maintain a safe and caring environment for patients and families.
Integrate patient and family education throughout care delivery.
Serve as a clinical resource by precepting new hires.
Participate in process improvement activities as assigned.
Maintain awareness of legal issues, patients’ rights, and regulatory and accrediting standards.
Maintain regular, punctual attendance and comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Contribute to colleagues’ knowledge and skills and to continuous improvement of healthcare quality and organizational outcomes.
Participate in, and potentially lead, unit-level or organizational nursing practice and performance improvement committees.
Participate in department and organizational peer review, mentoring, and coaching related to professional practice or role performance.
Use supplies efficiently and maintain a clean, safe, and organized unit.
Provide input regarding staff development needs, committees, nursing research, and performance management activities.
Take responsibility for professional development and continuing education.
Perform other duties as assigned.