Job Description
**Location:**
Pembroke Pines, Florida
At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of
all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering
commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the
foundation of The Memorial Experience.
**Summary:**
Manages the daily operations of the assigned department, unit, or function to
ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives. May provide
direct care to patients.
**Responsibilities:**
Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care based on patient assessment to
optimize outcomes and maximize available resources. Monitors, documents and
communicates patient condition as appropriate.Assesses the quality of patient
care delivered. Evaluates needs of patients and families and provides patient
and family centered care. Manages complaints and conflicts through to
resolution.Ensures regulatory compliance. Assist with the identification,
determination and need for systems, equipment and supplies. Monitors usage,
and oversees proper working order of equipment and ensures adequate
supplies.Manages staff relations including performance management, staff
satisfaction and conflict management. May oversee scheduling, recruitment,
payroll and student engagements.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.Assists with developing specific departmental goals,
standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision
of the organization.
**Competencies:**
ACCOUNTABILITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOP AND
IMPLEMENT PLAN OF CARE, MANAGING PEOPLE, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE,
PATIENT SAFETY - NURSING, PROFESSIONAL CREDIBILITY, RESPONDING TO CHANGE,
STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
**Education and Certification Requirements:**
Accredited Program: Nursing (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA
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),
Registered Nurse Compact License (RN LICENSE COMPACT) - Compact RN Multistate,
Registered Nurse License (RN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
**Additional Job Information:**
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective
communications skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal
supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take
appropriate action. May be required to work odd shifts or provide weekend
coverage.Required Work Experience: Two (2) years nursing experience.Other
Information: **** Department specific credentials - See below- ONCC
Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Certificate Required for those RNs
administering chemotherapy.- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for
ICU, ED, PACU, Endo, Tele, OB, MHN Pre-Op and Specialty Procedural areas.-
PALS required for Pediatric areas with the exception of NICU. Certification in
Fetal Monitoring through National Credential Center or through AWOHNN
(Intermediate or Advanced) for L&D; RNs.- Newly licensed RNs have 6 months
to obtain ACLS andor PALS, and Fetal Monitoring if L&D.Note;: For added
clarification, see Mandatory Education Requirements Grid.
**Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:**
* Bending and Stooping = 80%
* Climbing = 40%
* Keyboard Entry = 80%
* Kneeling = 60%
* LiftingCarrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
* Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
* Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
* Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
* Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
* Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
* Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
* Reaching = 80%
* Repetitive Movement FootLeg = 40%
* Repetitive Movement HandArm = 80%
* Running = 40%
* Sitting = 60%
* Squatting = 80%
* Standing = 80%
* Walking = 80%
* Audible Speech = 80%
* Hearing Acuity = 80%
* Smelling Acuity = 40%
* Taste Discrimination = 0%
* Depth Perception = 80%
* Distinguish Color = 80%
* Seeing - Far = 80%
* Seeing - Near = 80%
* Bio hazardous Waste = 80%
* Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%
* Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%
* Blood andor Bodily Fluids = 80%
* Communicable Diseases andor Pathogens = 80%
* Asbestos = 0%
* Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
* Dust = 60%
* GasVaporsFumes = 80%
* Hazardous Chemicals = 80%
* Hazardous Medication = 80%
* Latex = 0%
* Computer Monitor = 80%
* Domestic Animals = 40%
* Extreme HeatCold = 0%
* Fire Risk = 40%
* Hazardous Noise = 0%
* Heating Devices = 0%
* Hypoxia = 0%
* LaserHigh Intensity Lights = 0%
* Magnetic Fields = 40%
* Moving Mechanical Parts = 40%
* NeedlesSharp Objects = 80%
* Potential Electric Shock = 40%
* Potential for Physical Assault = 40%
* Radiation = 0%
* Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
* Unprotected Heights = 0%
* Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 80%
**Shift:**
Nights
**Disclaimer:** 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
[TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net](mailto:TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net)
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Relocation bonus, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift,