jobs in Lake Nona Region, FL

Nursing Jobs in Lake Nona Region, FL

CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)

Lotus Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Orlando, FL

****SIGN ON BONUS of $2500**** The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. SUMMARY: Perform activities of daily living for the residents assigned under the direction and supervision of a Nurse. Is responsible for assisting nursing in providing resident care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide personal care to residents, including bathing (bed, shower, tub, whirlpool) shampooing, combing hair, oral care, personal hygiene, shaving, nail care, and dressing. Ensure call bell is positioned within residents’ reach. Keep incontinent residents clean and dry. Distribute, empty, and clean bedpans and urinals and assist residents to and from bathroom or with bedside commode. Empty catheter bags as needed. Ambulate residents, assist residents in and out of chairs and wheelchairs, position bedridden residents according to plan of care, and utilize appropriate support devices. Make rounds and reposition residents. Prepare residents for meals and assist with meal service – transport residents to and from dining room, serve trays, assist with feeding when necessary, remove trays, and accurately document residents’ intake immediately after consumption. Serve nourishments and between meal snacks to residents as ordered and distribute ice and water, rotating water pitchers and deliver pitchers to the Dietary Department for sanitation. Make occupied and unoccupied beds and turn down beds for residents. Provide skin care – keep residents on turn schedule and use lotions and massages as needed. Check residents’ restraints and releases to allow for activity and reapply restraints as ordered. Take and record vital signs. Answer call lights and answer questions and respond, giving appropriate care or alerting Supervisor. Observe residents for any changes in condition and report changes to Supervisor. Measure and record intake and output. Document appropriate information daily in the electronic health record. Transport residents to and from activities. Treat residents with dignity and always observe all residents’ rights and confidentiality. Attend mandatory in-services and maintain certification. Assist with orientation of new Nursing Assistants. Straighten residents’ rooms and closets and clean inside of bedside tables. Clean and return resident care equipment to appropriate areas. Remove soiled linen, rinse in the hopper and transport dirty linens to laundry. Label residents’ clothes and put away residents’ clean clothes. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Completion of high school education or otherwise show ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions. Must be certified in the state where applying or have successfully completed CNA training from a state approved school and obtain certification within the first four (4) months of employment. Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance as required. Must be able to work weekend and overtime as required. Must meet all local health regulations and pass postemployment exam, if required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT: Frequent walking, reaching, climbing, bending, lifting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing, and pulling. Willing to work beyond normal working hours and during disastrous circumstances, if needed. Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to relate positively and favorable to residents, families, and outside agencies and to work cooperatively with other associates. Ability to present to groups. Ability to remain calm under stress. Ability to communicate with local staff, remote staff, and outside agencies. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Understand, comply with, and promote rules regarding resident’s rights. Maintain an orderly, confidential, and safe work environment. Assist with admissions and discharges. Practice universal precautions at all times. Adhere to all Company and departmental policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Oncology

1 week ago

RN, Acute Care - Medical Oncology - Night-Shift

Orlando Health Orlando, FL

Position Summary RN, Acute Care Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) ORMC Medical Oncology Stepdown 7LP 3 x 12s Variable Full-Time - Night-Shift A Brief Overview Administers patient care in an area within a hospital or inpatient/observation setting, where acute care patients receive active treatment for injuries, illnesses, medical conditions, or post intervention with assessment. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Authorized by the Alabama Board of Nursing (BON) to practice as a graduate nurse and has received a “Graduate Nurse” letter Authorized to take the NCLEX by the examination vendor Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and the unit/department Must obtain Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) multistate RN license within three (3) months of placement in this job. Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification. ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC are required for certain areas. NRP is required for the Neonatal Intensive care Unit (NICU). What you will do Administers bedside patient care in a hospital or inpatient/observation setting under the supervision of a preceptor, leader, and/or charge nurse. Assesses patients’ needs and develops/revises individualized plans of care based on their needs and responses. Evaluates patients’ progress toward attaining expected outcomes. Respects diversity by building respectful relationships with all team members and customers. Functions as an advocate for patients and their families. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit/ department. Serves as a preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, and/ or nurse clinician. Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and the interdisciplinary team to effectively plan and manage the unit/department. Serves as a role model for staff and supports the hospital and nursing department’s goals and strategies. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses data reflective of the patient’s status, and interprets the necessary information to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age- specific needs. Coordinates patient care for a defined group and delegates tasks appropriately to team members. Documents patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner, meeting all required and regulatory standards. This includes, but is not limited to, patient assessment, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety. Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and the use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit/department-specific requisite skills. Prioritizes patient care in an ongoing manner in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care. Practices effective problem identification and resolution. Delegates tasks and duties to healthcare team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the team member’s capabilities and qualifications. Communicates appropriate information regarding patient condition or unit concerns to other healthcare team members. Demonstrates caring practices by providing a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and their families. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights. Collaborates with the education department and nursing leadership team to effectively transition and support new team members and/or students. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Contributes to the knowledge and skills of others, and continuously improves the quality of healthcare practice and organizational outcomes. Participates in and may lead unit level and/or organizational level committees focused on nursing practice and performance improvement. Participates in departmental and organizational peer review, mentoring, and coaching regarding professional practice or role performance. Practices efficient use of supplies and maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area. Attends staff development in-services, department meetings, and/or nursing committee meetings. Partners with the nursing leadership team to identify professional development needs. Assumes responsibility for one’s own professional development and continuing education. Actively participates in and attends the Nurse Residency Program as appropriate to role. Performs all other duties as assigned.