Clinical Charge Nurse - Labor and Birth

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Charge Nurse is fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by demonstrating leadership through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care according to the standards of professional nursing practice. Nursing care is provided to the individual patient based upon diverse patient demographics and needs. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES Demonstrates effective and safe clinical practice as evidenced by observation and feedback, leader rounding, performance coaching and patient outcomes; actively seeks feedback and performance coaching to improve the experience for patients and families. Resolves or facilitates resolution of patient and family concerns/complaints and serves as a secondary resource to address points of escalation. Recognizes and resolves safety issues and potential unsafe situations within approved policies, procedures, and protocol. Effectively leads shift and post-event huddles; facilitates and leads effective interdisciplinary care transition rounds and planning of care for appropriate utilization, care transitions, and safe disposition. Consistently and effectively demonstrates compliance and monitoring for department service standards such as purposeful hourly rounding, bedside shift report and white board management to enhance communication. Demonstrates an understanding and effective application of staffing effectiveness principles and optimization of resources to meet dynamic patient care needs real time. Demonstrates effective management of unit productivity in a favorable way through good planning, organization and time management (e.g. incremental overtime). Identifies and participates in activities to appropriately improve patient safety, patient throughput, reduce length of stay and prevent readmission. Actively participates and assists in the selection, development and retention of associates and serves as a coach and resource to peers, staff and other healthcare team members; adds positively to creating and sustaining a healthy work environment. Demonstrates effective medication administration provided to patients as evidenced by Preceptor Observation Tool, Skills Fair Demonstration, and Clinical Practice. Demonstrates appropriate delegation and supervision of patient care activities within the healthcare setting. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHPs scores for department/medical center and/or written compliments by patients/others as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate’s degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma. Work Experience: None Licensure: RN Licensure in the State of Florida or endorsement. Certification: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained. Must obtain other certification(s) as required by specific unit. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Must be able to speak / understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Must meet unit specific care requirements. Must have ability to work in often stressful environment with patients / families at various ages and levels of understanding. Must have ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities. Must have ability to respond appropriately to life threatening situations. Must have critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates dependability, reliability and flexibility. Must have highly developed verbal and non-verbal communication skills. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS Work Experience: Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience. Certification: National certification in relevant specialty. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently. May occasionally include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance. May require moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders, or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting, and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : 700pm_700am Paygrade : 30R

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Clinical Charge Nurse - MICU

Health First Palm Bay, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Charge Nurse is fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by demonstrating leadership through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care according to the standards of professional nursing practice. Nursing care is provided to the individual patient based upon diverse patient demographics and needs. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES Demonstrates effective and safe clinical practice as evidenced by observation and feedback, leader rounding, performance coaching and patient outcomes; actively seeks feedback and performance coaching to improve the experience for patients and families. Resolves or facilitates resolution of patient and family concerns/complaints and serves as a secondary resource to address points of escalation. Recognizes and resolves safety issues and potential unsafe situations within approved policies, procedures, and protocol. Effectively leads shift and post-event huddles; facilitates and leads effective interdisciplinary care transition rounds and planning of care for appropriate utilization, care transitions, and safe disposition. Consistently and effectively demonstrates compliance and monitoring for department service standards such as purposeful hourly rounding, bedside shift report and white board management to enhance communication. Demonstrates an understanding and effective application of staffing effectiveness principles and optimization of resources to meet dynamic patient care needs real time. Demonstrates effective management of unit productivity in a favorable way through good planning, organization and time management (e.g. incremental overtime). Identifies and participates in activities to appropriately improve patient safety, patient throughput, reduce length of stay and prevent readmission. Actively participates and assists in the selection, development and retention of associates and serves as a coach and resource to peers, staff and other healthcare team members; adds positively to creating and sustaining a healthy work environment. Demonstrates effective medication administration provided to patients as evidenced by Preceptor Observation Tool, Skills Fair Demonstration, and Clinical Practice. Demonstrates appropriate delegation and supervision of patient care activities within the healthcare setting. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHPs scores for department/medical center and/or written compliments by patients/others as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate’s degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma. Work Experience: None Licensure: RN Licensure in the State of Florida or endorsement. Certification: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained. Must obtain other certification(s) as required by specific unit. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Must be able to speak / understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Must meet unit specific care requirements. Must have ability to work in often stressful environment with patients / families at various ages and levels of understanding. Must have ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities. Must have ability to respond appropriately to life threatening situations. Must have critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates dependability, reliability and flexibility. Must have highly developed verbal and non-verbal communication skills. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS Work Experience: Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience. Certification: National certification in relevant specialty. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently. May occasionally include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance. May require moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders, or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting, and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : 700am_700pm Paygrade : 30B

Clinical Charge Nurse - Cardiovascular PCU

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Charge Nurse is fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by demonstrating leadership through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care according to the standards of professional nursing practice. Nursing care is provided to the individual patient based upon diverse patient demographics and needs. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES Demonstrates effective and safe clinical practice as evidenced by observation and feedback, leader rounding, performance coaching and patient outcomes; actively seeks feedback and performance coaching to improve the experience for patients and families. Resolves or facilitates resolution of patient and family concerns/complaints and serves as a secondary resource to address points of escalation. Recognizes and resolves safety issues and potential unsafe situations within approved policies, procedures, and protocol. Effectively leads shift and post-event huddles; facilitates and leads effective interdisciplinary care transition rounds and planning of care for appropriate utilization, care transitions, and safe disposition. Consistently and effectively demonstrates compliance and monitoring for department service standards such as purposeful hourly rounding, bedside shift report and white board management to enhance communication. Demonstrates an understanding and effective application of staffing effectiveness principles and optimization of resources to meet dynamic patient care needs real time. Demonstrates effective management of unit productivity in a favorable way through good planning, organization and time management (e.g. incremental overtime). Identifies and participates in activities to appropriately improve patient safety, patient throughput, reduce length of stay and prevent readmission. Actively participates and assists in the selection, development and retention of associates and serves as a coach and resource to peers, staff and other healthcare team members; adds positively to creating and sustaining a healthy work environment. Demonstrates effective medication administration provided to patients as evidenced by Preceptor Observation Tool, Skills Fair Demonstration, and Clinical Practice. Demonstrates appropriate delegation and supervision of patient care activities within the healthcare setting. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHPs scores for department/medical center and/or written compliments by patients/others as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate’s degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma. Work Experience: None Licensure: RN Licensure in the State of Florida or endorsement. Certification: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained. Must obtain other certification(s) as required by specific unit. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Must be able to speak / understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Must meet unit specific care requirements. Must have ability to work in often stressful environment with patients / families at various ages and levels of understanding. Must have ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities. Must have ability to respond appropriately to life threatening situations. Must have critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates dependability, reliability and flexibility. Must have highly developed verbal and non-verbal communication skills. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS Work Experience: Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience. Certification: National certification in relevant specialty. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently. May occasionally include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance. May require moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders, or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting, and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : 600am600pm Paygrade : 30R

Manager - Interventional Prep and Recovery

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY To be fully engaged in providing No Harm / Quality, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by ensuring the availability of a full range of high-quality, accurate cardiovascular care, as well as participating in the cost-effective management of the Hospital Interventional Prep and Recovery department in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES Oversees daily operations in all areas of interventional prep and recovery areas, manages payroll via KRONOS and daily/monthly reports, ensures staff are providing quality, accurate work and utilizing effective time management (productivity) in doing so. Manages operational and capital budgets (paid FTEs as budgeted for volume adjustment), processes requests with justification for additional unit needs outside of established budgets to the Director. Monitoring and ordering of unit supplies and equipment with adequate inventory of supplies for departmental needs. Responsible for the supervision of all staff related to orientation, on-going education and recommendations related to process of workflow and continuous quality improvement. Ensures unit compliance with guidelines of accrediting and regulatory agencies, unit standards of care and practice, and organization policies and procedures. Assures that all equipment on the units is operable and safe. Responsible for patient satisfaction as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores for specific unit. Conducts monthly unit meetings with quality assurance issues addressed. Minutes of meetings kept and made available to all staff not in attendance. Participates in committees and work groups as assigned. Facilitates the development of unit objectives in accordance with measurable goals in areas of quality improvement with monthly reports and ensures education of associates and compliance with quality indicators and core measures. LEADERSHIP ACCOUNTABILITIES Defines and communicates a clear, compelling vision for the team that effectively ties into the mission and vision of Health First, and inspirationally leads the team to achieve that vision. Provides leadership, motivation, coaching, feedback and support to strengthen growth, development and wellness at work to build and foster effective, high performing teams. Leads change through effective communication, explaining the connection and value to the organization, creating stronger buy-in and urgency, while understanding impact to the team to obtain commitment. Demonstrates openness to hearing diverse ideas and thoughts; creates a sense of inclusivity; and encourages collaboration across teams to help break down silos to meet the team’s and organization’s goals. Recruits, selects, grows, and retains highly engaged, high performing diverse and inclusive associates. Contributes to and supports the strategic direction, and demonstrates financial acumen, for areas of responsibility and organization. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, OR conditional and time limited waiver for Bachelor of Nursing requirement may apply to candidates who enroll in a BSN program within one (1) year of transfer/hire into role Licensure: Registered Nurse Certification: Must hold and maintain current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card Must hold and maintain current American Heart Association ACLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card Work Experience: Two years acute care clinical experience Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint Experience with EMR/EHR documentation Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision Strong critical thinking skills Strong communication skills and professional presence Ability to maintain composure in stressful environment PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Master’s Degree Work Experience: Previous leadership experience in Heart and Vascular services, management of large teams PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Majority of time involves sitting or standing; occasional walking, bending, stooping. Long periods of computer time or at workstation. Light work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without assistance. May be exposed to inside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting and/or low to moderate noise. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : variable Paygrade : PG-44

Assistant Nurse Manager - Respiratory PCU

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY: To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by planning, directing and assessing all unit functions to include evaluation of patient care on a 24 hour basis on an assigned unit. Additional functions include participation in the development of policies and procedures for the Department of Patient Care Services, implementation of Health First policies and objectives, interview and selection of personnel, budget preparation, and cost effective operations, scheduling and assignment of personnel, employee performance appraisals, quality improvement activities, counseling and disciplinary actions as needed, at all times serving as clinical and professional role model to staff and contributing to their professional growth and development. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Quality/No Harm: Ensures patient and staff safety on the assigned unit. Promotes associate accountability and competency through leadership and management practice. Provides input for annual performance appraisals and competency checklists for personnel on assigned shift on an annual basis and as necessary in a timely manner. Interviews and participates in the selection of new personnel for the unit. Assists with and participates in the development of policies, procedures, and standards of care for the unit. Implements and ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Ensures adequate training and appropriate use of the electronic medical record in compliance with established policies, procedures, and expectations. Counsels and disciplines associates as necessary. Encourages associate growth and development through mentorship and goal setting. Encourages associate participation in the clinical ladder. Responsible for scheduling and assigning personnel on assigned shift to ensure safe, adequate, and appropriate staffing for the unit. Schedules are completed in a timely manner and in compliance with the approved unit staffing plan based on patient needs and acuity. Assists with implementation of unit based performance improvement activities resulting in improved operations and patient care outcomes: Completes assigned audits and monitors accurately and in a timely manner. Identifies opportunities for quality improvement activities on the unit o Reports CQI results to departmental director and shares with shift associates. Ensures compliance with the Joint Commission and other organizational and regulatory agency standards with quality indicators and core measures. Performs those clinical skills within the scope of practice of a registered nurse in the state of Florida for which competencies have been validated. Stewardship: Assists in the development of the annual budget for the unit to include personnel, operational and capital needs. Monitors and ensures compliance staffing guidelines. Communicates unit, staff, and equipment needs and concerns to Manager/Director as appropriate. Customer Experience: Associate supports engagement through adherence to the I-CARE commitments and Health First Philosophy. Consistently displays and holds associates accountable for the elements of good service. Facilitates communication and problem solving with team members, physicians, and administrative personnel. Demonstrates ability to provide patient care utilizing nursing process as evidenced by documentation of process and discharge planning. Ensures current knowledge and competency in appropriate clinical skills. Documents attendance at clinical and management continuing education programs to ensure that knowledge base is current and to promote professional growth and development. Acquires certification in clinical specialty. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHP scores for department. Ensures consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Work Experience QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. BSN required, OR Conditional and time limited waiver for BSN requirement may apply to internal associates who complete their BSN within 3 years of transition to new role (grand-father provision), OR external candidates may apply who are currently enrolled in a BSN program to complete within 3 years of hire. Licensure: Current Florida RN license or endorsement. Certification: Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain. National certification in relevant specialty or in Nurse Administration preferred. Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years acute care clinical experience preferred. Previous nursing management experience preferred. Meets all qualifications required in RN job description. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have knowledge of TJC (The Joint Commission), Florida Nurse Practice Act and other applicable agency regulations. Must be able to speak/understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Sound organizational skills to include time management and problem-solving o Highly developed communication skills, verbal and non-verbal. Maintains professional competencies by attending continuing education programs and participates in professional organizations. Basic computer skills utilizing the windows environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must have visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks. Good physical condition and without assistance must be able to lift, push, or move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to pass color blind testing to perform POC tests requiring color changes. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for 90% of assigned shift. MENTAL DEMANDS: Ability to display and promote elements of good service. Must have ability to listen well and analyze needs from various ages and levels of education. Must have ability to access, interpret data and educate members of the healthcare team, patients, and significant others of various ages. Ability to concentrate on multi-priority activities during shift. Ability to respond appropriately to life threatening & stressful situations. COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT/SKILLS CHECKLIST: Must meet the charge RN/supervisor competency assessment/skills checklist requirements in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act within 3 months of employment and annually. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : variable Paygrade : 31R

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