Registered Nurse New Grad ASN

About the role

Provides professional nursing care to patients and families in an acute clinical care environment, guided by the SMHCS nursing professional practice model and in accordance with the ARN’s and ANA's Standards of Professional Practice.

Responsibilities

• Guides and supports patients and families in achieving their health goals.
• Assesses patient needs and develops individualized care plans.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Ensures compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications.
• Stroke Scale Certification within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or a diploma program.
• For new hires after 2012, Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing (BSN) is required within specified timeframe as outlined in the New Hire BSN Agreement policy (126.045).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) or Med-Surg certification.
• Certification in nursing specialty area.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Mandatory Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or a diploma program.
• For new hires after 2012, Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing (BSN) is required within specified timeframe as outlined in the New Hire BSN Agreement policy (126.045).

Preferred License and Certifications

• BLS: Basic Life Support/CPR.
• FL RN: FL Registered Nurse License.
• ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

Employment Screening Requirements

All individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.