Position Summary Department : Out Patient Ambulatory Infusion Center (ASC) Shift: Day/Pool * No weekend, No OnCall, No Holiday Location: Health Central Hospital Title: Ambulatory RN Summary: Administers patient care in an area where patients come for treatment and typically return home the same day or care takes place in a post-acute transitional care setting. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you." Orlando Health proudly embraces and honors the individuality of our team members. By sharing different ideas and perspectives and working together as a team, we are better able to relate to, care for and authentically serve our patients and families who make up the collective populations in our community. So, no matter who you are, what you believe or how you express yourself, you are welcome here. ORLANDO HEALTH - BENEFITS & PERKS: Competitive Pay Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions. All Inclusive Benefits (start day one) Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees. Forbes Recognizes Orlando Health as a Best-In-State Employer Forbes has named Orlando Health as one of America's Best-In-State Employers for 2021. Orlando Health is the top healthcare organization in the Metro Orlando area to make the prestigious list. "We are proud to be named once again as a best place to work," said Karen Frenier, VP (HR). "This achievement reflects our positive culture and efforts to ensure that all team members feel respected, supported and valued. Employee-centric Orlando Health has been selected as one of the "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare. Responsibilities Essential Functions Utilizesthe unique knowledge, skills, and competenciesrequired in ambulatory care nursing practice to promote wellness, restore health, address health-related situational problems and/or support end-of-life care. Assesses patients' needs and applies current ambulatory care nursing knowledge and evidence-based nursing practice when developing an individualized plan of care for each patient. Demonstratesthe knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patientsserved on assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses the data reflective of the patient'sstatus and interpretsthe necessary information needed to identify each patient'srequirementsrelative to age-specific needs. Prescribes, delegates, coordinates, and documents patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner. Thisincludes but is notlimited to patient assessment, education, medication administration, treatments, and patientsafety. Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit-specific requisite skills. Prioritizes patient care in an ongoing manner in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care. Practices effective problem identification and resolution. Delegatestasks and dutiesto healthcare team membersin accordance with the patient's needs and the team member's capabilities and qualifications. Communicates appropriate information regarding patient condition or unit concernsto other health care team members. Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patients and family. Integrates patient and family education throughoutthe delivery of care. Participatesin ProcessImprovement activities as assigned. Demonstrates awareness oflegal issues, patients' rights and compliance with the standards ofregulatory and accrediting agencies. Maintainsreasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions The professional nurse contributesto the knowledge and skills of others, and the continuousimprovement of the quality of health care practice and organizational outcomes. Participates and may lead unit level and/or organizational level committees of nursing practice and performance improvement. Participates in department and organizational peer review, mentoring, and coaching regarding professional practice or role performance. Practices efficient use ofsupplies and maintains a clean, safe, and organized unit. Provides input into staff development needs, hospital and/or nursing committees, nursing research activities, and performance management activities of co-workers and self. Assumesresponsibility for one's own professional development and continuing education. Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education/Training Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirementsfor Orlando Health and unit/department. Licensure/Certification Maintains current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification. ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC are required for certain areas. Experience 1 year experience required as a Registered Nurse.
