Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

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Unit Highlights:

• PCU Cardiac (GT7) functions as a step down from CVICU and CICU (GT5). Our patients are very specialized in advanced heart failure therapies. Our population is unique since we work with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVADs), Artificial hearts, and heart transplant recipients. We also work with general cardiac patients and often prep patients for bypass and valve repair. Cardiac PCU will also care for patients going for pacemakers, AICDs, and heart catheterizations. Cardiac PCU is a unique place since we are the only PCU to work with this LVAD, artificial heart and transplant population.

Schedule: Full-time, 36 hours a week

Shift: Days, 7:00 am – 7:00 pm

Location: 601 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Assesses and interprets diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition, including lab results, non-invasive monitoring data, and interdisciplinary team notes. Makes appropriate decisions and implements interventions based on nursing diagnoses according to patients' actual or potential health conditions or needs. Sets measurable and achievable short and long-range goals for patients, developing and implementing individualized plans of care. Prioritizes and completes follow-up assessments, evaluating and modifying plans of care as needed. Completes timely assessments including physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors, including signs of abuse or neglect. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department, exhibiting a desire to learn, teach, mentor, and advance nursing skills. Applies knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population. Abides by American Nurses Association Scope, Standards, and Code of Ethics, participating in practice changes, process improvement initiatives, and completing all required education. Communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team, completing thorough hand-off communication in all situations. Utilizes appropriate techniques, verbiage, and resources in all interactions with patients according to their level of understanding. Promotes an exceptional patient experience through effective communication with patients, families, and visitors, including hourly rounding. Adheres to all pertinent regulatory standards, follows strict infection prevention precautions, and ensures medication safety. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills [Required]

• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures [Required]

• Ability to work as a Team player within a unit [Required]

• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills [Required]

• EKG competency testing (based on patient population) [Required]

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]

• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• ACLS [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

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Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.