RN / Registered Nurse Job in Florida / Hospital

The Cath Lab RN provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. The tasks and responsibilities include:
-Assesses plans and evaluates patient care needs.
-Carries out physician orders.
-Administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, cleans wounds, monitors vital signs.
-Serves as the primary coordinator of all disciplines for well coordinated patient care.
-Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
-Instructs and educates patients and families.
-Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
-Provides age and culturally appropriate care.
-Orients and mentors new staff members.
-Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.