Position Summary:The Nurse Resident, also know as a licensed graduate nurse, administers patient care in an area within a hospital or inpatient/observation setting, where acute care patients receive active treatment for injuries, illnesses, medical conditions, or post intervention with assessment. This position is intended for licensed registered nurses with less than one year of experience.10NT Neuroscience Progressive Care Unit is our designated Comprehensive Stroke Primary unit, as well as ORMC new established Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. We are a 32-bed unit that serves diagnoses such as stroke, seizure disorders, brain injury and tumors of the spine and brain. As the primary designated stroke unit, many of our nurses use this training to become Stroke Responders who facilitate care in the ED, inpatient settings and support community hospitals via telehealth platforms. As Neuro is an exciting field, there is plenty of clinical skill and professional growth opportunities. We are an ideal fit for those who are equally fascinated by the brain, or want to pursue Neuro Step-down, Neuro ICU, or the ED after obtaining a solid foundation.Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we provide care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you. Responsibilities:Essential Functions
- Administers bedside patient care in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or
charge nurse.
- Assesses patients’ needs and develops/revisesindividualized plans of care based on their needs and responses. Evaluates patients’
progress toward attaining expected outcomes.
- Respects diversity by building respectful relationships with all team members and customers.
- Functions as an advocate for patients and their families.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned
unit/department.
- Serves as a preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, and/ or nurse clinician.
- Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and the interdisciplinary team to effectively plan and manage the
unit/department.
- Serves as a role model forstaff and supportsthe hospital and nursing department’s goals and strategies.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses data reflective of the patient’s
status, and interpretsthe necessary information to identify each patient’srequirementsrelative to their age- specific needs.
- Coordinates patient care for a defined group and delegatestasks appropriately to team members.
- Documents patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner, meeting all required and regulatory standards. This
includes, but is not limited to, patient assessment, education, medication administration, treatments, and patientsafety.
- Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and the use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit/department-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 concerns to other healthcare team members.
- Demonstrates caring practices by providing a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and their families.
- Demonstrates awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights.
- Collaborates with the education department and nursing leadership team to effectively transition and support new team members
and/or students.
- 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
- Contributesto the knowledge and skills of others, and continuously improvesthe quality of healthcare practice and organizational
outcomes.
- Participates in and may lead unit level and/or organizational level committees focused on nursing practice and performance
improvement.
- Participates in departmental and organizational peer review, mentoring, and coaching regarding professional practice or role
performance.
- Practices efficient use ofsupplies and maintains a clean,safe, and organized work area.
- Attends staff development in-services, department meetings, and/or nursing committee meetings.
- Partners with the nursing leadership team to identify professional development needs.
- Assumes responsibility for one’s own professional development and continuing education.
- Actively participatesin and attendsthe Nurse Residency Program as appropriate to role Qualifications:
Education/Training.
- Nursing school graduate.
- Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and the unit/department.
Licensure/Certification
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida or valid Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) multistate RN license.
- Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
- ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC are required for certain areas. NRP isrequired for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
Experience
None.
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