RN 6 NN

• DEPARTMENT: 26033 - 6th Floor North Naples
• LOCATION: 11190 Health Park Blvd, Naples, FL, 34110
• WORK TYPE: Full Time
• WORK SCHEDULE: 12 Hour Night

ABOUT OUR DEPARTMENT at NCH

6th Floor Neuroscience/ Med-Surg Unit is a 32 private bed unit at our North Naples campus, that treats a diverse population of patients that may include general medical conditions, surgical procedures, or significant neurological conditions (i.e., stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis). This department is known for providing excellence in primary stroke care, as certified by the Joint Commission.

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we're proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.

Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.

JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse independently plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care in patient care situations using standards of care, policy, and procedure. Provides direct nursing care to patients, assumes teaching and leadership responsibilities. Participates in shared decision making, unit committee and quality improvement activities. Needs minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties may be assigned.

• Develops plan that includes strategies to attain expected outcomes.

• Implements the plan of care interventions and medical plan of care as appropriate.

• Coordinates care delivery.

• Employs patient teaching to promote health and safety.

• Evaluates progress toward outcomes.

• Practices ethically.

• Attains knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.

• Integrates evidence and research finding into practice.

• Contributes to quality nursing practice and shared decision making (SDM) by supporting council decisions, implementation of decisions and active participation in SDM.

• Communicates effectively in all areas of practice.

• Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting.

• Collaborate with patient, family, the inter-professional team, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.

• Utilizes appropriate resources to plan and provide nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible.

• Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner.

• Accountable to foster, participate, and be knowledgeable with the shared decision-making model of the NCH Healthcare System.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Florida.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• All new to practice RN will be placed into the RN Residency Program.
• Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows