JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred 

• Active Registered Nurse RN License

• Eligible to work in the State of Florida

• Minimum of three (3) years of recent acute care nursing experience required.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE:

• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Active NIH Stroke Scale certification

• Ability to work independently in a variety of patient care settings. 

• Completion of orientation, competencies, certifications, and annual CBL requirements.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES: 
1.    Assesses plans, implements, coordinates, and evaluates patient care. 
2.    Recognizes and responds appropriately to changes in patient condition.
3.    Develops individualized plans of care and patient education plans.
4.    Administers medications and treatments according to policy.
5.    Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams.
6.    Directs and delegates care to LPNs, CNAs, Patient Care Companions, and Unit Clerks.
7.    Serves as a patient advocate and provides compassionate nursing care.
8.    Accepts assignments across all designated Halifax Health campuses and units based on competencies and operational needs. 
9.    Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability when assigned to different units and populations.
10.    Maintains competencies required for assigned clinical areas.
11.    Participates in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
12.    Maintains confidentiality and adheres to legal and ethical standards.