Description Job Summary Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individual patient care on a Ground CCT unit according to unit policies and procedures. Supports the department by staffing on an AIR unit when needed. Supports and upholds the Patient Bill of Rights. Practices under the supervision of the Manager/Director and functions under the Medical Director of the LifeFlight program. This position is scheduled as 12-hour shifts. Job Specific Duties Communicates the patient's progress, critical findings, and changes in condition with physician or disciplines involved in the care of the child. Performs & documents discharge planning per policy. Completes all nursing assessment of patients. Completes admission history & discharge planning thoroughly and accurately. Ensures all admission history includes spiritual needs, cultural, developmental, educational/learning needs, and psychosocial needs. Delegates nursing care based on knowledge of staff qualifications and competency. Performs reassessments as per policy and when there is a change in the plan of care and/or when an intervention is performed. Plans, implements, and documents the plan of care in collaboration with the other disciplines and services to assure safe and efficient care. Provides education and documents on patient/family teachings on health related needs (i.e. disease, medications, treatments, pain, discharge, safety, nutrition, skin care etc). Promotes a safe "error free" working environment by consistently performing thorough hand-offs & infection prevention measures. Assesses all body systems, ensures safe, effective, & efficient care. Ensures absence of medication errors, avoidance of falls, ouch-free procedural pain, reduction of pain, absence of blood borne infections, surgical site infections, & secure of endotracheal tubes. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements RN Licensure within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment American Heart Association PALS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment American Heart Association ACLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Neonatal Resuscitation Program required within 30 days - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Completion of FEMA ICS 100, ICS 200 class within 90 days Trauma certification, TNCC, PHTLS, ITLS within 6 months National Certification, CFRN, CCRN, CNPT within 18 months Must maintain a weight limit no greater than 250 lbs. in uniform (flight suit, boots) throughout employment Must complete competency assessment tool upon 3 months for non-Intensive Care Unit and 6 months for a Critical Care setting of hire date Minimum 2000 hours Level II/Level III Neonatal experience required within two years Minimum 4 years acute care nursing experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities EMT preferred. Pediatric Nursing in an acute care setting preferred. Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based practice, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice. Able to analyze and interpret data and utilize the information to make judgments regarding patient care. Able to take on-call assignments per department and hospital policy. Job: Nursing - Clinical Department: TRANSPORT TEAM-2100-780020 Job Status: Full Time
Description Job Summary Collaborates with Operations Administrator, physicians, nursing units, and NCH leaders to facilitate and supervise the patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes. Rounds the nursing units, monitors and identifies bed availability to support patient throughput, and effectively utilizes inpatient beds. Attends bed control meetings, collects, monitors and analyzes data related to bed availability, daily census, bed control, and throughput. Supports and upholds quality standards of a Magnet designated hospital and Patient Bill of Rights, and practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director. This role is responsible for direct supervision of the Bed Placement Coordinators. Job Specific Duties Collaborates with physicians & healthcare institutions to facilitate the patient admission & transfer processes in accordance with NCHS policies/procedures for timely bed placement. Supervises and provides clinical oversight of the admission process and assists with the patient transfer process to designated nursing unit. Fosters staff empowerment and open communication, leads and guides staff to build a high performance, and engaged team. Actively participates in the performance review process of Bed Placement Coordinators. Provides feedback on job performance and makes recommendations to leadership on corrective actions. Prepares and submits in a timely manner all forms and employment status changes to leader. Participates in bed control meetings, provides updates on patient bed placement, admission, transfer and discharge processes. Identifies and recommends quality and process improvement initiatives and assists with the development and execution of action plans. Compiles, reconciles, and distributes bed status and throughput reports to designated NCH staff. Rounds in inpatient units to identify & evaluate inpatient bed availability, facilitate effective utilization of inpatient beds, drive throughput & facilitate admission process. Accesses electronic health record independently according to hospital policy. Promotes a safe "error free" working environment by consistently performing thorough hand-offs and infection prevention measures. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Nursing RN Licensure within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) - maintan active and in good standing throughout employment American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughtout employment 3-5 years of experience in healthcare bed placement, bed control and throughput Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to supervise non-clinical staff in the placement and transfer of patients. Strong ability to evaluate level of care and safe patient placement. Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Computer literate. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based practice, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice. Demonstrates a complete understanding of the EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act) . Job: Nursing - Management Department: ADMITTING NURSES-2100-860001 Job Status: Full Time
Description Job Summary Responsible for the planning and delivery of care utilizing nursing processes: assessment, implementation and evaluation. Oversees the plan of care, utilizes effective problem solving strategies and applies evidence based practice. Supports and upholds quality standards of a Magnet designated hospital and Patient Bill of Rights. Practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director and has passion for learning. Provides compassionate and family centered care Hematology/Oncology for patients. Job Specific Duties Ensures completion of patient admission history & prepares and accurately completes the discharge planning process as per department and hospital policies and procedures. Plans, implements and documents the plan of care in collaboration with the other disciplines and services to assure safe and efficient care. F: Daily/ T: 10 hours R: Follows physician’s orders, administers chemotherapy & patient medications & reconstitutes meds when needed. Adheres to six rights of medication administration per medication administration policy. Provides nursing to immuno-compromised patients including: central line monitoring, IV site monitoring, lab draws and monitoring of lab results. Performs interventions which include electrolyte infusions, sepsis monitoring, and transfusions with blood products. Collaborates and rounds with a multi-disciplinary team in daily care planning rounds as appropriate and fosters a Family Centered Care Environment. Utilizes electronic innovations to provide efficient patient care and attends to patient call lights in a manner that promotes patient safety as per hospital policy. Upon admission, verifies patient roadmap, protocol and orders for correctness and accuracy. Ensures safe analgesics/narcotics administration, monitoring and reassessment as per hospital Pain Management Policy and procedure. Completes all nursing multi-system assessments that includes head to toe, vitals, dressing changes, suction, feeding, bathing and repositioning. Ensures appropriate restraint orders use and documentation and monitoring, as required by Sedation Policy and procedure. Ensures proper and safe wound care as required by Wound Care Policy and procedures. Accesses electronic health record independently according to hospital policy and completes accurate and timely documentation in the patient’s electronic health record. Communicates with patient and family on additional resources available to the patient. Communicates with patients and families to review plan of care and solicits input and communicates any patient and family concerns to physician. Educates families regarding new diagnosis and provides treatment plan. Promotes an “error-free” working environment by consistently providing high-quality & safe care as prompted. Assesses all body systems, ensures safe, efficient care, while ensuring no medication errors, avoidance of falls, prevention of central line infections, ouch-free procedural pain & pain reduction. Provides patient information and effectively completes the hand off process at shift change and patient reassignments. Demonstrates proper personal protective equipment (PPE) indication and use. Actively participates in the nursing governance council and unit based activities. Meets or exceeds unit standards in achieving a 95% CEI; completes documentation in a timely manner; accountable to regulatory and requirements of the DNV, CMS, DOH, FACT, COG, COC. Ensures proper disposal of chemotherapy products per the Disposal Waste Policy. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements Registered Nurse RN Licensure within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment American Heart Association BLS CPR: American Heart Healthcare Provider – must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment American Heart Association PALS Must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment within 1 year CHEMO/APHO Aphon - Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Course– must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment within 1 year Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities BSN degree or currently enrolled in BSN program A minimum of 1 year experience as an RN in Pediatric in Hematology/Oncology setting preferred Possesses proficiency in computers and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred Career Development: National certification Certified Pediatric Nurse i.e. (CPHON) or (CPON) or BMTCN preferably within 5 years of hire Able to analyze and interpret data and utilize the information to make judgments regarding patient care Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to positively influence, hold self and others accountable Able to work effectively in collaborative environment Ability to apply principles of evidence-based practice, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice Able to float to various nursing units while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high quality service Able to provide coverage for on-call assignments per departmental and hospital policy Job: Nursing - Clinical Department: 6 TOWER-2100-610004 Job Status: Full Time
Description Job Summary The Heart Transplant Nurse Coordinator plays a critical role in the development and daily operations of the new Heart Transplant Program. This position is responsible for coordinating all phases of the transplant process, including patient referral, evaluation, listing, organ offer coordination, transplantation, and long‑term follow‑up. Serving as the primary point of contact for patients, families, and the multidisciplinary care team, the coordinator ensures seamless communication, regulatory compliance, and high‑quality patient care. This role is essential in supporting program readiness, maintaining UNOS and CMS standards, and ensuring safe, efficient growth of the Heart Transplant Program. Job Specific Duties Develops and implements workflows, protocols, and documentation required for the launch of the Heart Transplant Program. Assists with creation and maintenance of policies and procedures to meet UNOS, CMS, and institutional requirements. Participates in program readiness activities, site visits, audits, and preparation for accreditation surveys. Collaborates with leadership to establish referral pathways, evaluation processes, and listing practices. Coordinates all aspects of pre‑transplant evaluation, including scheduling diagnostic testing, specialty consultations, and multidisciplinary review. Educates patients and families on the transplant process, expectations, risks, and long‑term care requirements. Maintains ongoing communication with patients to monitor clinical status and ensure timely completion of evaluation milestones. Participates in transplant selection committee meetings, presenting patient updates and documentation. Ensures accurate and timely data entry into UNOS, EMR, and transplant management systems. Maintains complete patient records, listing criteria documentation, and required regulatory updates. Assists in quality assurance activities, including data validation, performance improvement initiatives, and regulatory reporting. Participates in morbidity and mortality reviews and quality meetings as required. Prepares, submits, and maintains patient listing status in UNOS according to medical director guidance and regulatory criteria. Responds promptly to organ offers, assisting in clinical assessments and communication with the transplant physician. Coordinates logistics for organ acceptance, transplant procedures, and patient readiness. Documents all organ offer activity in compliance with regulatory and institutional standards. Coordinates post‑transplant follow‑up, including labs, diagnostics, clinic visits, and medication adjustments as directed by the transplant team. Educates patients and families on post‑transplant care, warning signs, immunosuppression, and lifestyle modifications. Tracks patient outcomes and assists with ongoing data reporting and performance monitoring. Serves as liaison among cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, advanced heart failure, pharmacy, social work, and other departments involved in transplant care. Communicates regularly with referring physicians to provide updates and ensure continuity of care. Collaborates with the organ procurement organization (OPO) and other external partners as needed. Maintains logs, reports, and communication tools needed for program operations. Assists with development of patient education materials and program outreach efforts. Provides on‑call support for organ offers and urgent transplant‑related needs, as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing RN Licensure within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment CCTC (Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator) required within 1 year of hire American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment 2-4 years of pediatric critical/acute care experience 2-4 years of organ transplant/acute care experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Transplant Program Management experience preferred. CCTN or ABTC professional certification preferred. Strong knowledge of UNOS, CMS, and OPTN regulatory requirements related to transplant listing, allocation, and follow‑up Familiarity with transplant‑specific clinical pathways, including evaluation, listing criteria, organ offer procedures, and post‑transplant management. Dedicated to helping donor families and transplant recipients. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients, families, and health care personnel. Knowledge of multidisciplinary care coordination, including cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, social work, pharmacy, nutrition, and behavioral health Understanding of data management and quality metrics required for transplant program operations. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Strong organizational and workflow‑building skills to assist in the development of new program processes, policies, and documentation. Able to participate in 24-hour call schedule including weekdays, night, weekends, and holidays. Able to adjust schedule to accommodate organizational needs, including times of clinical high volume. Applies logical and scientific thinking to interpret technical data and solve a broad range of problems. Ability to use standard mathematical techniques to budget and provide productivity assessments. Applies principles of evidenced-based practice, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice. Analyzes and interprets data and utilizes the information to make judgments regarding patient care. Able to travel by auto, charter, and commercial aircraft. Comprehensive understanding of heart failure, ventricular assist devices (VADs), and cardiac transplantation processes and terminology Job: Nursing - Clinical Department: CICU SUPPORT STAFF-2100-467001 Job Status: Full Time
Description Job Summary Provides healthcare services to employees and volunteers to ensure fit for duty, optimally immunized, and trained to properly utilize personal protective equipment. Responsible for registration process of employees and volunteers. Minimum Job Requirements American Heart Association BLS - must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Medical Assistant certification (or) graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program 2-4 years of Medical Assistant experience 2-4 years of experience in a clinical office setting Qualifications Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists the ARNP in performing clinical duties such as Drug screenings, phlebotomy, TB skin test, immunizations & N-95 fit testing plus any other duty requested by the ARNP Handles incoming calls, takes messages, schedules appointments, and register patients in PEDS system according to department guidelines. Completes and collects financial and payroll deduction forms. Maintains accurate records for the hospital cashier. Oversees the completion of official Employee Injury Reports. Secures initial medical evaluation in the EHO or ER as needed. Monitors inventory of office supplies and medications to order and re-stock office as needed. Retrieves, opens, and dates mail, responding to requests for records by email, fax, or letter. Enters data into STIX/Agility and runs selected reports for leaders Performs messenger services including transportation of laboratory specimens, pick up of clinical supplies & pharmacy items in an effective & efficient manner. Responsible for registration process of employees and volunteers. Coordinate and oversees all employee communications with ARNP(s) including pertinent messages and documents that need to be completed. Prioritize communications according to clinical risk. Complies with applicable governmental regulations such as HIPAA (Health Information Portability and Accountability Act of 1996). Greets staff in person or on the telephone displaying excellent customer skills and responds to questions and/or problems, keeping open lines of communication. Scans all documents in the appropriate folder in the Care Cloud system. Assists the Leave of Absence/WC Coord by obtaining employee information for leaves, providing forms, and filing. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients, families and co-workers. Proficient in use of computers & printers. Ability to learn appropriate software applications including MS Word, Excel and data management. Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally in writing. (EOE DFW) 1/8/16 Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical) Department: EMPLOYEE HEALTH & WELLNESS-1000-952960 Job Status: Full Time
