RN Patient Care II- 4 Central Unit-Med/Telemetry-FT- Nights -$10K Sign on Bonus -MHW

Location :

Pembroke Pines, Florida

We have an outstanding reputation for providing patient- and family-centered care that exceeds all expectations. Together, we have created an award-winning,

nationally-recognized

system where every effort is focused on delivering Deeper Caring and Smarter Healthcare throughout our communities. Career opportunities exist on diverse teams across our many facilities where you can search open positions and apply online to join #teamMHSflorida.

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Summary :

Provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities :

Additional duties as assigned.

Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including but not limited to : monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.

Monitors patient status and response; Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

Assists with keeping patient rooms / areas stocked, clean and orderly.

Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.

Assist with transporting patients, as needed.

Competencies :

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS (4), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY / SUPPORT, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements :

No Degree or any other education earned (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)

Additional Job Information :

Complexity of Work : Department specific credentials- ONCC Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Certificate required for those RNs administering chemotherapy.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for ICU, ED, PACU, Endo, Tele, OB, MHN Pre-Op and Specialty Procedural areas.
• PALS required for Pediatric areas with the exception of NICU. Certification in Fetal Monitoring through National Credential Center or through AWOHNN (Intermediate or Advanced) for L&D RNs.
• Newly licensed RNs have 6 months to obtain ACLS and / or PALS, and Fetal Monitoring if L&D.Note : For added clarification, see Mandatory Education Requirements Grid.

Required Work Experience : One (1) year of RN work experience.Other Information : RN Fellowship Program requires one (1) year of RN independent practice not inclusive of nurse orientation.

RN Fellowship specialties require ACLS and BLS certifications.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

• Asbestos 0%
• Audible Speech 80%
• Bending and Stooping 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste 80%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory 80%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 80%
• Blood and / or Bodily Fluids 80%
• Climbing 40%
• Communicable Diseases and / or Pathogens 80%
• Computer Monitor 80%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals 60%
• Depth Perception 80%
• Distinguish Color 80%
• Domestic Animals 40%
• Dust 60%
• Extreme Heat / Cold 0%
• Fire Risk 40%
• Gas / Vapors / Fumes 80%
• Hazardous Chemicals 80%
• Hazardous Medication 80%
• Hazardous Noise 0%
• Hearing Acuity 80%
• Heating Devices 40%
• Hypoxia 0%
• Keyboard Entry 80%
• Kneeling 60%
• Laser / High Intensity Lights 0%
• Latex 0%
• Lifting or Carrying >

75 lbs Non-Patient 0%

• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 40%
• Lifting / Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 80%
• Magnetic Fields 40%
• Moving Mechanical Parts 40%
• Needles / Sharp Objects 80%
• Potential Electric Shock 40%
• Potential for Physical Assault 40%
• Pushing or Pulling >

75 lbs Non-Patient 80%

• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 80%
• Radiation 0%
• Reaching 80%
• Repetitive Movement Foot / Leg 40%
• Repetitive Movement Hand / Arm 80%
• Running 40%
• Seeing - Far 80%
• Seeing - Near 80%
• Sitting 60%
• Smelling Acuity 40%
• Squatting 80%
• Standing 80%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights 0%
• Taste Discrimination 0%
• Unprotected Heights 0%
• Walking 80%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces 60%

Shift : Days

Days

Disclaimer : This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.

It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.

Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.

We are proud to offer Veterans Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers).

You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.

Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email

TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net