Nurse Extern - Medical/Telemetry - Per Diem - Days - MHP

Company: Memorial Healthcare System
Location: Pembroke Pines
Posted on: October 27, 2024

Job Description:

Location:Pembroke Pines, FloridaWe have an outstanding reputation for providing patient- and family-centered care that exceeds all expectations. Together, we have created an award-winning, nationally-recognized system where every effort is focused on delivering Deeper Caring and Smarter Healthcare throughout our communities. Career opportunities exist on diverse teams across our many facilities where you can search open positions and apply online to join #teamMHSflorida.Learn more below.Summary:Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care and other related technical and clinical support activities. RN duties must be completed under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.Responsibilities:Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating.Assists with transporting patients, as needed.Monitors patient status and response, reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.Performs EKG testing as delegated.Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including but not limited to: monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.Assists with keeping patient rooms/areas stocked, clean, and orderly.Performs phlebotomy and other specimen collections as delegated.Competencies:ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PLAN OF CARE, KNOWLEDGE OF DISEASE PROCESS, ORGANIZATION SKILLS (4), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - NURSING, PROBLEM SOLVING - PATIENT CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOREducation and Certification Requirements:High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)Additional Job Information:Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow oral and written instructions in English. Demonstrative knowledge of basic medical terminology required. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Work Experience: Enrollment in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program and completion of at least the third year of the program; enrollment in an Associate Nursing program with completion of at least one year of the nursing curriculum, or enrollment in an Accelerated BSN program and completion of the first semester of the curriculum.Other Information: Registered Nurse License required within 150 days post-graduation.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• -Bending and Stooping = 60%
• -Climbing = 0%
• -Keyboard Entry = 60%
• -Kneeling = 40%
• -Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
• -Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• -Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• -Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• -Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• -Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• -Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• -Reaching = 60%
• -Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• -Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• -Running = 0%
• -Sitting = 40%
• -Squatting = 40%
• -Standing = 60%
• -Walking = 60%
• -Audible Speech = 60%
• -Hearing Acuity = 60%
• -Smelling Acuity = 0%
• -Taste Discrimination = 0%
• -Depth Perception = 60%
• -Distinguish Color = 60%
• -Seeing - Far = 60%
• -Seeing - Near = 60%
• -Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• -Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• -Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• -Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• -Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• -Asbestos = 0%
• -Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
• -Dust = 0%
• -Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
• -Hazardous Chemicals = 20%
• -Hazardous Medication = 20%
• -Latex = 0%
• -Computer Monitor = 60%
• -Domestic Animals = 20%
• -Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• -Fire Risk = 0%
• -Hazardous Noise = 0%
• -Heating Devices = 0%
• -Hypoxia = 0%
• -Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• -Magnetic Fields = 0%
• -Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• -Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• -Potential Electric Shock = 20%
• -Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• -Radiation = 0%
• -Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• -Unprotected Heights = 0%
• -Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%Shift:DaysDisclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.We are proud to offer Veteran's Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email

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