Graduate Nurse, Acute Care - Full-Time - Nights - Bayfront Hospital - St. P at Bayfront Health

Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient assessment, Bedside patient care, Medication administration, Patient advocacy, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Documentation, Critical thinking, Patient safety, Clinical nursing skills, Evidence-based practice, Care planning, Delegation, Communication, Mentoring, Professional development

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position Summary Position Summary: Title: Graduate Nurse, AcuteUnits: Med/Surg and ICUs Department: Care Team Site: Bayfront Hospital Location: St. Petersburg, FL Shift: Full-Time, Nights 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.About the organization:Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital is a comprehensive tertiary care facility that has been serving St. Petersburg and the surrounding communities for more than 100 years. It is a 480-bed teaching medical center with nationally recognized care across emergency medicine, cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, women’s services, and advanced surgical specialties. The hospital’s Level II Trauma Center is the only adult trauma center in Pinellas County and, in partnership with Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, is one of Florida’s 13 state-certified Level III Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Centers. A commitment to quality has earned the hospital recognition with a USA Today Top Workplaces award for 2025 and an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for Spring 2025 from The Leapfrog Group.Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital is part 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 Florida’s east to west coasts. As part of the Orlando Health system, Bayfront combines the resources of a leading regional healthcare network with the personalized, community‑focused care that has defined the hospital for generations.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. Why Orlando Health is your best place to work: ✔ Education & Career Growth Assistance ✔ Comprehensive Health & Wellness coverage and resources ✔ Financial & Retirement Planning with Company Match ✔ Excellent Company Culture and Work–Life Balance ✔ Family & Pet Support ..and more! Responsibilities 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 department’s goals and strategies. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses data reflective of the patient’s status, and interprets the necessary information to identify each patient’s 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 patient’s needs and the team member’s 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 membersand/or students. 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: Contributes to the knowledge and skills of others, and continuously improves the quality of healthcare practice and organizational outcomes. Participates in and may lead unit level and/or organizational level committees focused on nursing practice and performance improvement. Participates in departmental 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 work area. Attends staff development in-services, department meetings, and/or nursing committee meetings. Partners with the nursing leadership team to identify professional development needs. Assumes responsibility for one’s own professional development and continuing education. Actively participates in and attends the Nurse Residency Program as appropriate to role. Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications 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. ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC maybe required for certain areas/departments.

Responsibilities

Administers bedside patient care in a hospital setting under the supervision of a preceptor or charge nurse. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to assess patient needs, develop individualized care plans, and document patient progress.