Responsible for the safe delivery and documentation of all aspects of Vascular Access (VA) patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Performs responsibilities in five areas of nursing practice utilizing critical thinking, management, problem solving and differentiation of urgency in the role of: clinician, teacher, researcher, leadership and professional development.
Responsible for directing and coordinating Vascular Access nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards subscribed to by American Nursing Association and in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act and other regulatory standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes.
Supports the organization vision and mission. Uses knowledge of patient’s age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.
The nurse practice is guided by the code of ethics for nurses with interpretative statements. Staffing Resource Center (SRC) flexible float pool staff float throughout the health system to all acute care hospitals within their scope of practice and demonstrated competencies. Intra-shift staff reassignment and direct placements may be required to support system needs. **Year-Round Float Pool position. 12 shifts per scheduling period. ** Requirements
Associate degree from accredited school of professional nursing required; bachelor's preferred.
Previous IV therapy with demonstrated skills. Qualified individuals will successfully complete the competency assessment. PICC line insertion experience preferred.
Certification: Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. License: RN currently licensed in the State of Florida. Other: Certification in specialty preferred.
Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills and customer service skills US:FL:Fort Myers