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AdventHealth

Integrated health system delivering whole-person care

Registered Nurse Med Surg Surgical - Ortho

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 13
Full-timeOcala, FL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Associate's degree in Nursing is required.
  • A Registered Nurse (RN) license is required.
  • Basic Life Support (CPR) certification is required.
  • Candidates must be fluent in English, including reading, verbal, and written skills.
  • Candidates must have knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
  • Candidates must have EKG knowledge, based on patient needs and the EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements document.
  • Candidates must have basic computer skills and be able to navigate Microsoft Windows-based programs.
  • Candidates must be able to use abstract reasoning to assess patients, evaluate interventions, and revise plans of care according to patient outcomes.
  • Candidates must be able to update their RN license within 60 days of relocating to Florida and be endorsed to Florida Multistate.
  • Certain positions require Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors.
  • Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care.
  • Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately according to physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
  • Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies.
  • Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate patient care and support effective communication and teamwork.
  • Maintain accurate and timely medical-record documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes.
  • Continuously evaluate care plans and interventions and make adjustments to improve patient health and outcomes.
  • Follow infection-control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and families.
  • Supervise and delegate care provided by healthcare-team members to ensure quality and efficiency.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and participate in performance-improvement activities.
  • Respond promptly and effectively to code situations, providing interventions to stabilize patients.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.
  • One or more years of RN experience in an acute-care hospital setting within the past 12 months is preferred.
  • Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) certification is preferred.
  • Neonatal Med Certification (NEONATAL MED) is preferred.
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is preferred.
  • Pediatric ER Assess, Recog & Stabilization (PEARS) certification is preferred.
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with OB/GYN specialization (RDMS-OBGYN) certification is preferred.
  • NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program certification is preferred.
  • S.T.A.B.L.E. certification is preferred.
  • Trauma Nurse Course Certified (TNCC) certification is preferred.
  • Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) certification is preferred.
  • Critical Care Registered Nurse - Tele-ICU (CCRN-E) certification is preferred.
  • Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) certification is preferred.
  • Oncology Nurse Society (ONS) certification is preferred.
  • American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) certification is preferred.
  • Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) certification is preferred.
  • Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC) certification is preferred.

About the Company

AdventHealth

Integrated health system delivering whole-person care

AdventHealth operates a nationwide network that provides whole-person health care across hospitals, physician practices, ambulatory surgery centers, outpatient clinics, home health, hospice, and digital tools. It coordinates care through an integrated system where care teams work across inpatient, outpatient, and at-home settings, supported by the AdventHealth app for scheduling, telehealth, and records. It differentiates itself with a mission-driven focus rooted in Christian heritage and a large, connected network designed to cover the full patient journey from hospital to home. Its goal is to extend the healing ministry of Christ by improving the health and prosperity of the communities it serves, offering accessible, coordinated care that addresses physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$250K
Headquarters
Florida, United States
Founded
1973

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