Job Requirements

Job Description: Registered Nurse- MedSurg / Orthopedics

Company Name: Health First Careers

Job Title: Registered Nurse- MedSurg / Orthopedics

Job Type: Part-Time

Job Category: Other Jobs

Department: Orthopedics

Location: Melbourne, Florida - Brevard County, USA

Additional Parameters

Health First Careers is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team in the Orthopedics department. As a Registered Nurse in our MedSurg/Orthopedics unit, you will provide exceptional patient care and support to our diverse patient population.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
• Monitor and document patient progress and report any changes or concerns to the healthcare team
• Educate patients and their families on disease management, treatment plans, and self-care techniques
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain professional development
  
  

Qualifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse license in the state of Florida
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in MedSurg or Orthopedics nursing
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts and weekends as needed
  
  

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development. Join our team at Health First Careers and make a difference in the lives of our patients every day. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated and compassionate healthcare team.

Work Experience

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education

• Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing
• BSN required
  
  

Licensure

• Current Florida RN licensure or endorsement.
  
  

Certification

• Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.
• Certification (s) as required by specific unit.
  
  

Experience

• Must meet unit specific care requirements.
  
  

Language

• Must be able to speak/understand written and verbal instructions in the English language.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Must have visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks.
• Must have corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Must be able to lift, turn, pull, push or ambulate patients/equipment up to 90% of the assigned shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted up to 33% of the assigned shift
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop up to 90% of assigned shift
• Potential for exposure to bio-hazardous waste, and known or unknown diseases
  
  

Mental Demands

• 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.
  
  

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.