<p>Under general supervision, following established policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, delivers nursing care to patients. Plans and implements nursing care; documents nursing assessments; identifies and reports situations requiring further intervention; formulates and communicates goal-directed plan of care; assures patient rights. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital and principles of quality improvement.</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of assessment techniques and diagnostic tools </li><li>Ability to conduct thorough assessments, interpret clinical data, and apply critical thinking to respond to changes in patient condition </li><li>Knowledge of evidence-based practices for care planning </li><li>Skill in developing, implementing, and modifying patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, ensuring effective care coordination </li><li>Understanding of patient education principles and ability to provide clear, personalized education to patients and families and assess their comprehension to ensure understanding and compliance </li><li>Knowledge of outcome measurement and quality improvement processes </li><li>Ability to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans based on patient responses, contributing to ongoing improvement initiatives </li><li>Familiarity with healthcare documentation standards and legal requirements </li><li>Ability to document patient care accurately and timely, ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, and institutional standards </li></ul> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Associate's Degree Nursing </li></ul> <p>License Issued by Florida or Compact State</p> <ul> <li>Registered Nurse </li></ul> <p>Certifications</p> <ul> <li>Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross </li></ul> <p>Work Experience</p> <ul> <li>Unit specific certifications may be required. May include but not limited to: </li><li>Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) </li><li>Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) </li><li>STROKE </li><li>National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) </li><li>STABLE </li></ul> <p>.</p>