RN - Specialty II - PICU - PT - Nights - $10K Sign on Bonus - JDCH

About the Role

We are seeking experienced PICU nurses to join our award-winning, nationally-recognized healthcare system in Hollywood, Florida. Our organization is committed to providing patient- and family-centered care that exceeds expectations, and we focus on delivering Deeper Caring and Smarter Healthcare throughout our communities.

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Collaborates across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including disposition, referral, and spiritual and/or psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of the patient and/or family and provides education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Effectively delegates patient care to ancillary personnel.
• May precept student nurses and new hires.

Qualifications

• Accredited Program: Nursing (Required)
• Active Registered Nurse License (RN) in the State of Florida or Compact RN Multistate License
• BLS Certification (American Heart Association, Red Cross, or Grace Period)
• PALS Certification (American Heart Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Red Cross, or Grace Period) required for pediatric areas (30 days to obtain if coming from a non-pediatric background)

Requirements

• One (1) year of nursing experience required.
• Department-specific credentials, including:
• ONCC Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Certificate for RNs administering chemotherapy.
• APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider card within 12 months of hire for pediatric oncology.
• ACLS required for ICU, ED, PACU, Endo, Tele, OB, MHN Pre-Op, and Specialty Procedural areas.
• NRP certification required for NICU (30 days to obtain if coming from a non-NICU background).
• Fetal Monitoring Certification for L&D RNs (Intermediate or Advanced) prior to completion of orientation.
• RN Fellowship Program requires one (1) year of RN independent practice (not inclusive of orientation) and ACLS/BLS certifications.
• Newly licensed RNs have six (6) months to obtain ACLS and/or PALS.

Skills

• Critical thinking skills
• Effective communication skills
• Decisive judgment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This role involves exposure to various physical and environmental conditions, including but not limited to:

• Biohazardous waste, blood, and bodily fluids (80%)
• Lifting/carrying patients (35 pounds or greater, 80%)
• Standing, walking, and repetitive hand/arm movements (80%)
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals and medications (80%)
• Potential for physical assault (40%)

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change. Actual pay rates will be discussed during the hiring process.