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Registered Nurse RN PCU Thoracic Pulmonary Nights

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AdventHealth

Orlando, Florida

You'll care for step-down patients recovering from heart and chest surgery, like bypass, esophagogastrostomy and lung resections. AdventHealth is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Eligibility
Critical Care

Posted Sep 2

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Shift and hours
Nights, 7:00 pm to 7:00 am Shift: Nights, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am (with weekend rotation)36 hours a week
Unit and setting
PCU Thoracic Pulmonary (WT8) · Hospital for patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgical proceduresCardiothoracic surgery recovery patients
License
RN license Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]Registered Nurse (RN) license
Term
Permanent Schedule: Full-time, 36 hours per weekFull time

Do you qualify?

License
Registered Nurse (RN) license Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
Certification
BLS Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
Certification
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]
Education
Associate's degree in nursing Associate's of Nursing [Required]
Also asks
EKG competency
Also asks
Fluent in English, reading, verbal and written Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)
Also asks
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Windows programs Basic computer skills - must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs

Preferred

Education
Bachelor's in nursing preferred Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]
Experience
1+ year acute care hospital experience 1+ acute care hospital setting [Preferred]

What it pays

Eligibility
Benefits start on day one Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Pay reviews
Clinical Ladder raises of up to 20% Voluntary participation, based on experience, professional development, and achievement of advancement criteria

Benefits

  • BenefitsMedical, dental and vision insuranceMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • BenefitsLife insuranceLife Insurance
  • BenefitsDisability insuranceDisability Insurance
  • BenefitsPaid time off from day onePaid Time Off from Day One
  • Benefits403-B retirement plan403-B Retirement Plan
  • Benefits4 weeks 100% paid parental leave4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
More benefits (5)
  • BenefitsCareer developmentCareer Development
  • BenefitsWhole-person well-being resourcesWhole Person Well-being Resources
  • BenefitsMental health resources and supportMental Health Resources and Support
  • BenefitsPet benefitsPet Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

The role and schedule

Day to day
Atrium and Thopaz chest tube management We care for many patients with complex, post-operative needs including Atrium chest tube management and Thopaz chest drain management.
Day to day
Patient and family teaching on conditions, medications and self-care Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies
Weekends
Weekend rotation Shift: Nights, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am (with weekend rotation)
Details
Florida Level 2 background screening with fingerprinting for certain positions Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Details
Physical requirements listed on a separate linked page Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for holiday and call?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

On your path

Telemetry is open from year one. One of the most open front doors in acute care; ACLS and rhythm.

Original listing

Posted on AdventHealth’s careers page.

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Our promise to you

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Address

601 E Rollins St

City

Orlando

State

Florida

Postal Code

32803

Job Description

Grow with us. Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn salary increases of up to 20%* through our Clinical Ladder Program based on experience, professional development, and achievement of advancement criteria.

Clinical Ladder participation is voluntary. Salary adjustments are determined by program eligibility, advancement level, and organizational guidelines.

Unit Highlights

PCU Thoracic Pulmonary (WT8) is a designated step-down unit for patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgical procedures including coronary bypass grafting, thoracic surgeries including esophagogastrostomy, and lung resections. We care for many patients with complex, post-operative needs including Atrium chest tube management and Thopaz chest drain management.

Schedule

Full-time, 36 hours per week

Shift: Nights, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am (with weekend rotation)

Primary Job

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors of patients.

Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care, regularly evaluating and revising these plans as necessary.

Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely, following physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.

Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and compliance.

Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Organizational and multi-tasking skills

Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures

Ability to work as a Team player within a unit

Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills

EKG competency

Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)

Basic computer skills – must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs

Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes

Education

Associate's of Nursing [Required]

Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work

Experience

1+ acute care hospital setting [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]

Physical

Requirements

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range

$31.85 - $52.76

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse : https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

What's around it?

In Orlando, FL

Orlando, FLFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent
$1,747/mo
Household income
$72,336/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Orlando, FL

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