Position Summary

- Days 7 AM - 7PM

- THREE SHIFTS EACH WEEK

Bariatric Surgery is a 16-bed unit specializing in bariatric and metabolic surgery. We see surgeries such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, duodenal switch, and various conversions/revisions. We also work with three of the top bariatric surgeons in the world. This unit is ideal for those who enjoy partnering with patients to help achieve desired health goals and helping facilitate positive patient experiences.

The Graduate Nurse 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.

ORLANDO HEALTH ORLANDO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida. The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a Best Hospital in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet Recognition, the gold standard for nursings contribution to quality patient care, safety, research, and service excellence.

Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Floridas east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000 team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work is not just something we say, its our promise to you.

Essential Functions 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 departments goals and strategies. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses data reflective of the patients status, and interprets the necessary information to identify each patients 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 patients needs and the team members 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.

Education/Training.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Authorized by the Florida 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.

Licensure/Certification
Must obtain Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) multistate RN license within three (3) months of placement in this job. Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.

Experience
None.