Job Description

Location: Palmetto General Hospital
Posted Date: 4/17/2024
Job Type: Full Time
Department: 8329.50350 SURGERY - SEPARATE

Summary:

Delivers professional and technical nursing care to pediatric(>2 years), adolescent, adult and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures in collaboration with care directed by the medical staff. Nursing care delivered complies with the objectives and policies of the hospital. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation when delivering surgical nursing care.

Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with unit standards. Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the patient. Prepares equipment and assists physician during surgical procedures. Takes emergency call as assigned by the department head. Works assigned shifts but may be asked to work beyond the regular tour of duty as assigned by the department head or nursing supervisor.

SIGN ON BONUS -up to $30,000

Qualifications:

  • Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card
  • One year Peri operative experience preferred
  • Excellent physical assessment and critical thinking skills
  • Positive affect, demonstrated leadership and time management skills
  • Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language
  • Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to assess/detect changes in human physiological conditions
  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and stressful environment

Required License/Certification:

  • Current Florida RN License
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) card

About Steward Health Care
Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.
As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.

Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

For more information, visit steward.org

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