Intern/RN- Home Health

Location:Westlinks -12801 Westlinks DriveFort Myers FL 33913

Department: Nursing

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$30.27 - $40.86 / hour

Responsible for the delivery and documentation of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Performs responsibilities in five areas of nursing practice: clinician, teacher, researcher, leadership and professional development. Responsible for directing and coordinating nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards subscribed to by American Nursing Association and in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Uses knowledge of patients age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care. Works under the guidance of a preceptor while in the Internship Program to develop needed skills and critical thinking ability.

Education Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required. Associates or Bachelors preferred.

Experience Requirements:None required. Qualified individuals will successfully complete the competency assessment. Experience requirements may vary by department. Please reference the Nursing Addendums for department specific requirements.

Certification Requirements:Proof of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), current for a minimum of 90 days after hire date. . Certification requirements may vary by department. Please reference the Nursing Addendums for department specific requirements.

License Requirements:Currently licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Florida.

Other Requirements:Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required.

US:FL:Fort Myers