Registered Nurse Surgical Oncology PCU FT Days 10K Bonus

Company: AdventHealth
Location: Orlando
Posted on: March 28, 2020

Job Description:

Description Registered Nurse ? Surgical Oncology PCU AdventHealth Orlando Our unit consists of 36 inpatient beds mostly populated by the gynecologic oncology patients. These are women with Ovarian, Cervical, Vaginal, Vulva, & Endometrial malignancies. We typically see these patients when they come in for surgery, either to have their mass removed or a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy. We will also see these patients with recurrent disease or uncontrolled symptoms (pain/nausea). Any empty rooms are typically filled with overflow from the other oncology units, so we see all types of cancer on this unit (including male patients). Location Address: 601 E Rollins St, Orlando, FL 32803 Top Reasons to work at AdventHealth Orlando Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,368-bed AdventHealth Orlando serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America AdventHealth Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatients and 125,000 outpatients each year Unit Highlights The Oncology practice at AdventHealth Orlando provides the best in compassionate and positive faith-based care. Our 36-bed Medical Oncology unit provides chemotherapy and symptom management for the adult oncology patient population. The 36-bed Surgical/GYN Oncology unit is specifically trained to meet the complex physical and psychosocial needs of oncology patients during the post-operative period. This unit specializes in care of the GYN Oncology population during all phases of their disease process. Both Oncology Progressive Care areas provide care for patients with an oncology diagnosis that require upper level monitoring and care from Critical Care trained nurses to include high dose chemotherapy, cardiac drips, and respiratory management for the PCU-level patient. Work Hours/Shift: ? Full Time Days, 7a-7p, Weekend Rotation Required *$10,000 Sign-on Bonus available for eligible candidates (see terms below) *Bonus Details: Applicable experience required. Must live 50 or more miles from 601 East Rollins Dr., Orlando, FL to qualify. Full Time employment contract required. Rehires within 12 months are not eligible. You Will Be Responsible For: NURSING PROCESS: Completes timely assessments per Practice Guidelines including physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and life-style factors, including signs of abuse or neglect. Makes appropriate decisions and interventions and nursing diagnosis according to patients actual or potential health conditions or needs. (American Nurses Association [ANA], 2012) NURSING PROCESS: Based on the assessment and diagnosis, sets measurable and achievable short and long-range goals for the patient (ANA, 2012), assisting in the development and implementation of an individualized plan of care. Prioritizes and completes follow up assessments, evaluates and modifies plan of care as needed. Nursing practice reflects mutual goal setting and whole person care including meeting the needs of the mind, body and spirit. (King, 1995) NURSING KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition, including, but not limited to lab results, non-invasive monitoring data and interdisciplinary team notes. Nursing practice reflects the application of knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population. PATIENT SAFETY: Nursing practice reflects the application of knowledge, skill and adherence to all pertinent regulatory standards. Follows strict infection prevention precautions. Adheres to policy and procedure regarding all aspects of medication safety. Practice reflects importance of patient teaching and takes advantage of opportunities, both planned and unplanned, to carry it out in accordance with plan of care. COMMUNICATION: Promotes an exceptional patient experience by abiding to compassion and image standards and fostering excellent nurse-patient relationships through effective/therapeutic communication with the patient, family, and visitors, including but not limited to and as applicable, hourly rounding. Exhibits ability to utilize appropriate techniques, verbiage, and resources in all interactions with the patient to their level of understanding. Communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team by completing thorough hand off communication in all situations. Follows chain of command when appropriate. Qualifications What Will You Need: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED : Graduate of a school of nursing Education and Experience Preferred : Bachelor?s degree in Nursing LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED : Current valid State of Florida or multi state license as a Registered Nurse Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Advanced life support certification (ACLS, PALS, NRP) per specialty/unit requirements For Radiology/Imaging, PALS required only for cost centers 4220,7211,6236 Licensure, Certification, or Registration Preferred : Professional certification ACLS, PALS, NRP (based on patient population; See document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements) Job Summary: The Registered Professional Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect total nursing care responsibilities to identified age specific groups. Utilizes the nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating) in achieving the goals of the nursing department. Adheres to the AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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