Florida Medical Clinic, Orlando Health

Job Title:              Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Care

Job Summary:    Rheumatology Infusion RN. Previous infusion experience preferred.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an

exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Position Summary

Administers patient care in an area where patients come for treatment and typically return home the same day or care takes place in a post-acute transitional care setting.

Essential Functions

Utilizes the unique knowledge, skills, and competencies required in ambulatory care nursing practice to promote wellness, restore health, address health-related situational problems and/or support end-of-life care. Assesses patients’ needs and applies current ambulatory care nursing knowledge and evidence-based nursing practice when developing an individualized plan of care for each patient. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses the data reflective of the

patient’s status and interprets the necessary information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to age-specific needs.

Prescribes, delegates, coordinates, and documents patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner. This includes but is not limited to patient assessment, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety. Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit-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 health care team members. Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patients and family. Integrates patient and family education throughout the delivery of care. Participates in Process Improvement activities as assigned. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patients’ rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. 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.

Other Related Functions

The professional nurse contributes to the knowledge and skills of others, and the continuous improvement of the quality of health

care practice and organizational outcomes.

Participates and may lead unit level and/or organizational level committees of nursing practice and performance improvement. Participates in department 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 unit. Provides input into staff development needs, hospital and/or nursing committees, nursing research activities, and performance management activities of co-workers and self. Assumes responsibility for one’s own professional development and continuing education. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education/Training

Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and unit/department

 

Orlando Health proudly embraces and honors the individuality of our team members. By sharing different ideas and perspectives and working together as a team, we are better able to relate to, care for and authentically serve our patients and families who make up the collective populations in our community. So, no matter who you are, what you believe or how you express yourself, you are welcome here.

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health is a drug-free workplace and maintains a policy in which new hires will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing. This policy is intended to comply with applicable laws regarding drug testing and any privacy rights