RN Acute Care Oncology First Shift

Position Summary

Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital

The RN at Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital administers patient care in hospital or inpatient/observation settings where an acute care patient receives active treatment for injuries, illnesses, medical conditions, or post-intervention care with assessment.

Responsibilities

1. Assess patient needs and develop/revise individualized care plans based on patient responses. Evaluate patient progress toward expected outcomes.
2. Respect diversity by building respectful relationships with team members and patients.
3. Act as a patient and family advocate.
4. Provide care appropriate to the age of patients served, demonstrating necessary knowledge and skills.
5. Serve as a preceptor, charge nurse, educator, or nurse clinician.
6. Communicate and collaborate with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams for effective planning and management.
7. Model professional behavior and support hospital and nursing goals.
8. Apply knowledge of growth and development, assess patient data, and interpret information to meet age-specific needs.
9. Coordinate care and delegate tasks appropriately within the team.
10. Document patient care accurately, including assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and safety measures.
11. Demonstrate competency in nursing skills and equipment use.
12. Prioritize patient care based on Evidence-Based Practice Standards.
13. Identify and resolve problems effectively.
14. Delegate tasks considering patient needs and team members' capabilities.
15. Communicate patient condition and unit concerns clearly to team members.
16. Provide compassionate, therapeutic care environment.
17. Be aware of legal issues and patients' rights.
18. Collaborate with education and leadership to support new staff and students.
19. Maintain regular attendance in accordance with policies and standards.
20. Comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

Qualifications Education/Training

• Graduate of an approved nursing school.
• Meet all competency requirements for Orlando Health and the specific department.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Alabama RN license or valid eNLC multistate license.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC certifications required for specific units; NRP for NICU.

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience required unless approved by AVP or higher.