Nursing Jobs in Merritt Island, FL

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - PCU

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by providing superior quality, competitive value and outstanding service by organizing unit activities, coordinating and relaying information to health care team members, patients and families in an accurate and timely manner; and by assisting licensed personnel in providing direct nursing care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES Delivers basic care to patients as directed in a clean and safe environment, completing assigned tasks in a timely manner. Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the health care team and promotes effective team functioning. May have access to IV solutions, authorized medications and supplies as needed for patient care responsibilities. Maintains a clean and safe environment; uses and cares for equipment and supplies economically. Collects, records, and reports accurate patient information. Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and flexibility. Competently performs routine procedures and assists other associates to maintain productivity. Provides service to patients and families with sensitivity and respect for their needs, expectations, age, cultural and individual differences. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Demonstrates and makes suggestions toward the positive financial performance of the unit. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Currently holds a Florida certificate as a Nursing Assistant, Or, has completed a Nursing Assistant course and is scheduled to take the Florida State exam, and will obtain certification within four months (120 days) from date of hire, Or Currently holds a Nursing Assistant license in another U.S. state and is seeking Florida licensure and will obtain Certification within four months (120 days) of hire. Certification: American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider upon hire and maintain certification. Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Must meet unit-specific care requirements. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to speak/understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Proficient in computer software applications. Ability to work in often stressful environment with patients/families at various ages and levels of understanding. Ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities. Ability to respond appropriately in life threatening situations. Ability to think critically to solve problems or escalate for assistance. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

Clinical Charge Nurse - Surgical PCU

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Charge Nurse is fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by demonstrating leadership through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care according to the standards of professional nursing practice. Nursing care is provided to the individual patient based upon diverse patient demographics and needs. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES Demonstrates effective and safe clinical practice as evidenced by observation and feedback, leader rounding, performance coaching and patient outcomes; actively seeks feedback and performance coaching to improve the experience for patients and families. Resolves or facilitates resolution of patient and family concerns/complaints and serves as a secondary resource to address points of escalation. Recognizes and resolves safety issues and potential unsafe situations within approved policies, procedures, and protocol. Effectively leads shift and post-event huddles; facilitates and leads effective interdisciplinary care transition rounds and planning of care for appropriate utilization, care transitions, and safe disposition. Consistently and effectively demonstrates compliance and monitoring for department service standards such as purposeful hourly rounding, bedside shift report and white board management to enhance communication. Demonstrates an understanding and effective application of staffing effectiveness principles and optimization of resources to meet dynamic patient care needs real time. Demonstrates effective management of unit productivity in a favorable way through good planning, organization and time management (e.g. incremental overtime). Identifies and participates in activities to appropriately improve patient safety, patient throughput, reduce length of stay and prevent readmission. Actively participates and assists in the selection, development and retention of associates and serves as a coach and resource to peers, staff and other healthcare team members; adds positively to creating and sustaining a healthy work environment. Demonstrates effective medication administration provided to patients as evidenced by Preceptor Observation Tool, Skills Fair Demonstration, and Clinical Practice. Demonstrates appropriate delegation and supervision of patient care activities within the healthcare setting. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHPs scores for department/medical center and/or written compliments by patients/others as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate’s degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma. Work Experience: None Licensure: RN Licensure in the State of Florida or endorsement. Certification: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained. Must obtain other certification(s) as required by specific unit. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Must be able to speak / understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Must meet unit specific care requirements. Must have ability to work in often stressful environment with patients / families at various ages and levels of understanding. Must have ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities. Must have ability to respond appropriately to life threatening situations. Must have critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates dependability, reliability and flexibility. Must have highly developed verbal and non-verbal communication skills. PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS Work Experience: Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience. Certification: National certification in relevant specialty. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently. May occasionally include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance. May require moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders, or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting, and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : 700pm_700am Paygrade : 30B

Registered Nurse – Intermediate Care Unit

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY: To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by demonstrating leadership through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care according to the standards of professional nursing practice. Nursing care is provided to the individual patient, based upon cultural, spiritual and age specific needs. Primary Accountabilities: Quality/No Harm: Demonstrates effective medication administration provided to patients as evidenced by Preceptor Observation Tool, Skills Fair Demonstration, and Clinical Practice. Demonstrates appropriate delegation and supervision of patient care activities within the healthcare setting. Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the healthcare team and promotes effective team functioning. Utilizes Health First computer systems with regards to order entry, order inquiry, and patient care documentation. Demonstrates effective and safe clinical practice as evidenced by Skills Fair demonstration, completion of yearly Competency Assessment, and Age Specific Checklist. Coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care based on current evidence based practice. Documents all nursing care, change in condition, response to therapy, treatments, procedures and referrals on patient record to meet standards. Demonstrates dependability, reliability and flexibility. Stewardship: Uses and cares for equipment and supplies economically. Customer Experience: Provides patient, family, and/or caregiver education as directed by the plan of care. Provides service to patients and families with sensitivity and respect for their needs, expectations, age, cultural, and individual differences. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHPs scores for department/medical center and/or written compliments by patients/others as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Work Experience QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education: Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing. Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma required. BSN highly preferred. Licensure: Current Florida RN licensure or endorsement. Certification: Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain. Certification(s) as required by specific unit. Experience: Must meet unit specific care requirements. Language: Must be able to speak / understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must have visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks. Must have corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Must be able to lift, turn, pull, push or ambulate patients / equipment up to 90% of the assigned shift. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted up to 33% of the assigned shift. Must be able to stand, walk, bend and stoop up to 90% of assigned shift. Potential for exposure to bio-hazardous waste and known or unknown diseases. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Part-Time Shift Times : 700am_700pm Paygrade : 29B

Oncology RN - Hematology Oncology

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by functioning as part of a multidisciplinary team in an outpatient setting. The Oncology Clinic RN acts as a patient advocate, educator, and care coordinator for a specific patient population across the continuum of care. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES Coordinate the multidisciplinary team (physicians, advanced practice nurses and other support staff) approach to connect patients with integrated, comprehensive services, specific to their condition. Track, order completion and follow up. Monitor patient compliance with patient treatment plan and assist patients with referrals to outside resources and care coordination as needed. Serve as the central point of contact for all oncology navigated patients, including interactions with medical, nursing ancillary service providers. Provide education to patients, families, and significant others via phone or written consultation. Demonstrate efficiency with delegated orders and data entry with oncology EMR. Provide patient support and phone triage skills for the oncology population. Follows Chemotherapy dosing based on National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) or other Chemotherapy guidelines with coordination of complex chemotherapy regimens with infusion and pharmacy staff. Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the healthcare time, promoting effective team functioning. Assist with daily telephone triage for oncology patients. Maintain clinical competency as it pertains to the clinic duties assigned. Adheres to medication management and clinical procedures. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate degree (ASN, ADN or AAS) from an accredited school of nursing. Work Experience: 1-3 years in the Oncology clinic setting. Licensure: Valid RN license in the State of Florida. Certification: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Fundamentals of Administration Course completion through the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) within six (6) months of hire or transfer if the Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certificate Course completion through ONS/ONCC has not already been obtained. BLS as issued by American Heart Association Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Oncology background in the clinic setting. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s Degree (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred. Work Experience: 1-3 years in the Oncology clinic setting. Licensure: N/A Certification: Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) through the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) preferred. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Oncology background in the clinic setting. 1-3 years of experience in Oncology infusion. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically agile; may require walking, standing running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing or crouching frequently. Medium work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, with or without assistance. May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or over head. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC Guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : 830am_500pm Paygrade : 37

Registered Nurse (RN)- Med Surg

Health First Viera West, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY: To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by demonstrating leadership through the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care according to the standards of professional nursing practice. Nursing care is provided to the individual patient, based upon cultural, spiritual and age specific needs. Primary Accountabilities: Quality/No Harm: Demonstrates effective medication administration provided to patients as evidenced by Preceptor Observation Tool, Skills Fair Demonstration, and Clinical Practice. Demonstrates appropriate delegation and supervision of patient care activities within the healthcare setting. Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the healthcare team and promotes effective team functioning. Utilizes Health First computer systems with regards to order entry, order inquiry, and patient care documentation. Demonstrates effective and safe clinical practice as evidenced by Skills Fair demonstration, completion of yearly Competency Assessment, and Age Specific Checklist. Coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care based on current evidence based practice. Documents all nursing care, change in condition, response to therapy, treatments, procedures and referrals on patient record to meet standards. Demonstrates dependability, reliability and flexibility. Stewardship: Uses and cares for equipment and supplies economically. Customer Experience: Provides patient, family, and/or caregiver education as directed by the plan of care. Provides service to patients and families with sensitivity and respect for their needs, expectations, age, cultural, and individual differences. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHPs scores for department/medical center and/or written compliments by patients/others as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Work Experience QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education: Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing. Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma required. BSN highly preferred. Licensure: Current Florida RN licensure or endorsement. Certification: Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain. Certification(s) as required by specific unit. Experience: Must meet unit specific care requirements. Language: Must be able to speak / understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must have visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks. Must have corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Must be able to lift, turn, pull, push or ambulate patients / equipment up to 90% of the assigned shift. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted up to 33% of the assigned shift. Must be able to stand, walk, bend and stoop up to 90% of assigned shift. Potential for exposure to bio-hazardous waste and known or unknown diseases. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

Assistant Nurse Manager - Intermediate Care Unit

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY: To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by planning, directing and assessing all unit functions to include evaluation of patient care on a 24 hour basis on an assigned unit. Additional functions include participation in the development of policies and procedures for the Department of Patient Care Services, implementation of Health First policies and objectives, interview and selection of personnel, budget preparation, and cost effective operations, scheduling and assignment of personnel, employee performance appraisals, quality improvement activities, counseling and disciplinary actions as needed, at all times serving as clinical and professional role model to staff and contributing to their professional growth and development. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Quality/No Harm: Ensures patient and staff safety on the assigned unit. Promotes associate accountability and competency through leadership and management practice. Provides input for annual performance appraisals and competency checklists for personnel on assigned shift on an annual basis and as necessary in a timely manner. Interviews and participates in the selection of new personnel for the unit. Assists with and participates in the development of policies, procedures, and standards of care for the unit. Implements and ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Ensures adequate training and appropriate use of the electronic medical record in compliance with established policies, procedures, and expectations. Counsels and disciplines associates as necessary. Encourages associate growth and development through mentorship and goal setting. Encourages associate participation in the clinical ladder. Responsible for scheduling and assigning personnel on assigned shift to ensure safe, adequate, and appropriate staffing for the unit. Schedules are completed in a timely manner and in compliance with the approved unit staffing plan based on patient needs and acuity. Assists with implementation of unit based performance improvement activities resulting in improved operations and patient care outcomes: Completes assigned audits and monitors accurately and in a timely manner. Identifies opportunities for quality improvement activities on the unit o Reports CQI results to departmental director and shares with shift associates. Ensures compliance with the Joint Commission and other organizational and regulatory agency standards with quality indicators and core measures. Performs those clinical skills within the scope of practice of a registered nurse in the state of Florida for which competencies have been validated. Stewardship: Assists in the development of the annual budget for the unit to include personnel, operational and capital needs. Monitors and ensures compliance staffing guidelines. Communicates unit, staff, and equipment needs and concerns to Manager/Director as appropriate. Customer Experience: Associate supports engagement through adherence to the I-CARE commitments and Health First Philosophy. Consistently displays and holds associates accountable for the elements of good service. Facilitates communication and problem solving with team members, physicians, and administrative personnel. Demonstrates ability to provide patient care utilizing nursing process as evidenced by documentation of process and discharge planning. Ensures current knowledge and competency in appropriate clinical skills. Documents attendance at clinical and management continuing education programs to ensure that knowledge base is current and to promote professional growth and development. Acquires certification in clinical specialty. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores and HCAHP scores for department. Ensures consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Work Experience QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. BSN required, OR Conditional and time limited waiver for BSN requirement may apply to internal associates who complete their BSN within 3 years of transition to new role (grand-father provision), OR external candidates may apply who are currently enrolled in a BSN program to complete within 3 years of hire. Licensure: Current Florida RN license or endorsement. Certification: Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain. National certification in relevant specialty or in Nurse Administration preferred. Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years acute care clinical experience preferred. Previous nursing management experience preferred. Meets all qualifications required in RN job description. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have knowledge of TJC (The Joint Commission), Florida Nurse Practice Act and other applicable agency regulations. Must be able to speak/understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Sound organizational skills to include time management and problem-solving o Highly developed communication skills, verbal and non-verbal. Maintains professional competencies by attending continuing education programs and participates in professional organizations. Basic computer skills utilizing the windows environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must have visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks. Good physical condition and without assistance must be able to lift, push, or move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to pass color blind testing to perform POC tests requiring color changes. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for 90% of assigned shift. MENTAL DEMANDS: Ability to display and promote elements of good service. Must have ability to listen well and analyze needs from various ages and levels of education. Must have ability to access, interpret data and educate members of the healthcare team, patients, and significant others of various ages. Ability to concentrate on multi-priority activities during shift. Ability to respond appropriately to life threatening & stressful situations. COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT/SKILLS CHECKLIST: Must meet the charge RN/supervisor competency assessment/skills checklist requirements in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act within 3 months of employment and annually. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : variable Paygrade : 31R

CMA

Full-time

2 weeks ago

Medical Assistant - Ortho Surgery Spine

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY Provides and ensures patients receive whole care in all aspects of an office visit, regarding intake, test results, screenings, labs, medication administration, closure of care gaps (additional duties as assigned) while delivering excellent customer service to the patients/families and other care providers, focusing on patient-centered care. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITES Accurately prepares and performs point of care testing such as urine dipstick, blood glucose, etc. Perform clinical intake to include vital signs, medical history, surgical history, social history, and verification of patient’s current medications. Prepare and administer medications as ordered by provider utilizing the “6 Rights” of Medication Administration, to include documentation and coding. Controlled substances, insulin and allergy doses must be checked by LPN, RN or provider. Assist in stocking and ordering of supplies as well as maintenance of equipment. Coordinates medical supply ordering with site manager. Prepare patients for examination and have pre-work available for provider as directed, to include notes, diagnostic test results and imaging. Prepare and perform point of care testing and/or specimen collection as directed by provider. Track and communicate to patients, labs, and diagnostic studies results, as directed by the provider through phone calls, portal messages or EMR buckets. Communicates to physician abnormal findings retrieved from the lab, imaging, specialty offices, etc. and completes accurate documentation. Follow safety processes and policies including applying proper infection prevention procedures, maintaining a clean environment and equipment, to ensure proper care is given. Complete and document adverse events, infection control and quality control measures as required. Complies with office policy and procedure, OSHA Standards and HIPAA Privacy Regulations as Deliver excellent customer service to the patients/families and other care providers. Maintains patient flow after check in. Discuss patient flow with physician according to urgency and daily patient load. Ability to assist more than one provider at a time. May provide coverage in other areas of medical group or office to support other departmental needs including patient registration, payment collections, patient checkout and appointment scheduling. Complies with all office policy and procedures, OSHA Standards and HIPAA Privacy Regulations as stated in HIPAA Policy and Procedure Manual. Answer internal and external customer phone calls and direct messages to the appropriate individuals. Ensure all documentation is complete and documented in the Electronic Medical Record. Act as a liaison between support services and other clinical divisions. Provide customer follow up and education to ensure customer’s participation in their care and showing respect for their needs. Adjust communications to meet the customer’s needs, expectations, age, culture, and individual differences. Work Experience Open to Certified or Registered Medical Assistant’s MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Technical Diploma in Medical Assisting. Work Experience: None Licensure: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification from one of the following accredited organizations: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) OR American Medical Technologist (AMT) OR National Healthcareer Association (NHA) OR National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) OR American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) OR National Association of Health Professionals (NAHP). Certification: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Must be able to pass colorblind testing to perform point-of-care (POC) tests requiring color change. Strong customer service skills including knowledge of recovery techniques. Knowledge of Medical Terminology. Keyboarding skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically agile; may require walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching frequently. May occasionally include lifting or moving objects up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance. May require moving in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders, or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside and outside environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting, and/or low to loud noise. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Full-Time Shift Times : 800am_500pm Paygrade : CMA

CNA

Per Diem

2 weeks ago

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Orthopedics

Health First Melbourne, FL

Job Requirements POSITION SUMMARY To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by providing superior quality, competitive value and outstanding service by organizing unit activities, coordinating and relaying information to health care team members, patients and families in an accurate and timely manner; and by assisting licensed personnel in providing direct nursing care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES Delivers basic care to patients as directed in a clean and safe environment, completing assigned tasks in a timely manner. Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the health care team and promotes effective team functioning. May have access to IV solutions, authorized medications and supplies as needed for patient care responsibilities. Maintains a clean and safe environment; uses and cares for equipment and supplies economically. Collects, records, and reports accurate patient information. Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and flexibility. Competently performs routine procedures and assists other associates to maintain productivity. Provides service to patients and families with sensitivity and respect for their needs, expectations, age, cultural and individual differences. Contributes to the patient experience as evidenced by positive patient satisfaction scores as well as consistent performance of purposeful hourly rounding and bedside shift report. Demonstrates and makes suggestions toward the positive financial performance of the unit. Work Experience MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Currently holds a Florida certificate as a Nursing Assistant, Or, has completed a Nursing Assistant course and is scheduled to take the Florida State exam, and will obtain certification within four months (120 days) from date of hire, Or Currently holds a Nursing Assistant license in another U.S. state and is seeking Florida licensure and will obtain Certification within four months (120 days) of hire. Certification: American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider upon hire and maintain certification. Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred. Must meet unit-specific care requirements. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to speak/understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Proficient in computer software applications. Ability to work in often stressful environment with patients/families at various ages and levels of understanding. Ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities. Ability to respond appropriately in life threatening situations. Ability to think critically to solve problems or escalate for assistance. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred. Benefits ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve. Schedule : Per Diem Shift Times : 700am_700pm Paygrade : CNA