Summary

Delivers advanced professional and technical nursing care to Pediatric >2 years, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients during immediate post operative period. Nursing care complies with the objectives and policies of the hospital and utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Collaborates with medical staff and ancillary personnel when delivering age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with ASPAN standards. Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well being of the patient. Prepares equipment and assists physicians during treatments and examination of patients. Required to work flexible hours and be on call nights and weekends and holidays.

Position Qualification

Minimum one year PACU or critical care experience preferred, excellent physical assessment skills

Effective oral and written communication skills in the English Language

Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to assess/detect changes in human physiological condition

Ability to perform effectively in fast paced, stressful environment.

Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)

Required Licenses/Certifications:

Current Florida RN License

Holds Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association

ACLS Certification within 6 months of employment from American Heart Association

Communication Skills:

Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant�s or employee�s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.