RN- Emergency Services (Part Time, Mid-shift)

Job Summary
Assesses, implements, evaluates, and oversees the plan of care for Pediatric Emergency and Level I Trauma patients utilizing a team-based collaborative multidisciplinary approach.

Provides compassionate patient and family centered care, has a passion for learning, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Supports and upholds quality standards of a Magnet designated hospital and Patient Bill of Rights.

Practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director.



* Schedule: 12:30pm - 1:00am

Minimum Job Requirements


* RN - Registered Nurse RN Licensure within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment


* CPR BLS -American Heart Association BLS must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment


* PALS - American Heart Association PALS must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment within 2 years


* CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment within 1 year

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


* ACLS within 1 year of hire and in good standing throughout employment preferred


* Nursing experience in a pediatric emergency room setting strongly preferred


* Proficiency in computers and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred


* Able to analyze and interpret data and utilize the information to make judgments regarding patient care


* Effective verbal and written communication skills


* Ability to positively influence, hold self and others accountable


* Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment


* Ability to apply principles of evidence-based practice, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice


* Able to provide coverage for on-call assignments per departmental and hospital policy

Job Specific Duties


* Completes a comprehensive multi-system assessment that includes Cardiac, Respiratory and Neurological.

Develops a plan of care and conducts reassessments.


* Communicates patient's progress (critical findings & condition) with the physician and/or disciplines involved in care.

Ensures accuracy through close loop communication with provider.


* Provides care such as starting/monitoring IV’s, specimen collection, POC testing, medication administration, and assists medical team with other procedures including sedation as required per policy.


* Actively supports patient (1:1 care with critical patients) by transporting the patient to all areas within the hospital for procedures.


* Completes bedside hand-off communication at shift change, transfers, and patient reassignments.


* Reviews patient admission history, prepares and accurately completes the discharge planning with a focus on an accurate electronic discharge process.


* Responds to codes and traumas as needed; documents and takes action according departmental protocols.


* Ensures accurate completion of triage documentation including vital signs and patient history as per department and hospital policies and procedures.


* Accesses Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes accurate and timely documentation including: radiology workflow, consents, and discharge documentation.


* Communicates and documents critical lab results per hospital policy and procedures.


* Completes rounding to provide comfort measures, pain assessment and/or reassessment.

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