Assistant Nurse Manager RN Pediatric PCU

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Grow with us. Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn salary increases of up to 20%* through our Clinical Ladder Program based on experience, professional development, and achievement of advancement criteria.

Clinical Ladder participation is voluntary. Salary adjustments are determined by program eligibility, advancement level, and organizational guidelines.

Terms: 12-month Full-time Employment Contract Required for Sign-On and Relocation 

Sign-on Eligibility:

• One (1) year of applicable experience

• Internal Candidates and Rehires within 12 months are not eligible 

Relocation Eligibility:

• Must live 50 miles outside of campus address

• Rehires that are less than 12 months from separation date are not eligible

• The AdventHealth Orlando for Children Pediatric Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is a 12-bed specialized care unit designed to provide an intermediate level of care for pediatric patients.

• Located on the 3rd floor, the Pediatric PCU supports a wide range of pediatric patients with complex and evolving care needs. The unit will also accommodate occasional pediatric medical-surgical overflow patients as capacity allows.

• The Pediatric PCU cares for chronic pediatric patients, post-operative patients requiring cardiac monitoring, and patients who need more frequent respiratory interventions. Additionally, the unit serves as a key transition area for patients stepping down from the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) to medical-surgical care, ensuring continuity of care and safety during recovery.

• Nurse-to-patient ratios are maintained at 3:1, with the flexibility to adjust to 2:1 based on individual patient acuity and care requirements, supporting high-quality, family-centered care and optimal patient outcomes.

• The Pediatric PCU at AdventHealth for Children is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in a healing environment, supporting both patients and families through complex and transitional phases of pediatric illness and recovery.

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  Perform venous access procedures within the scope of RN licensure, ensuring proper technique and patient safety.

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  Administer and monitor infusion therapy treatments, adjusting care plans based on patient responses and needs.

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  Assess patients' conditions to determine appropriate venous access methods and address any complications.

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  Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients requiring venous access and infusion therapy.

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  Provide patient education on venous access and infusion therapy to ensure understanding and compliance.

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  Monitor performance of nursing staff, provide feedback, conduct appraisals, and implement improvement plans to ensure clinical and professional standards are met.

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  Foster professional growth by identifying training needs, organizing educational programs, and mentoring staff to enhance their skills and career progression.

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  Resolve conflicts among staff promptly and effectively using mediation techniques to maintain a positive work environment and ensure team cohesion.

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  Lead quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategies to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

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  Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.

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  Mentor and precept new staff by providing hands-on training, feedback, and fostering professional development.

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  Ensure compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and hospital policies to maintain high standards of patient services and safety.

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  Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to lead the employees of their unit in the delivery of patient care

• Ability to lead performance improvement initiatives on their assigned unit

• Ability to think critically in relation to the operations of the unit and delivery of patient care

• Ability to manage the business of healthcare delivery on their unit, including assessing and managing financial practices/Productivity management

• Able to assist and mentor others in relation to the technology utilized on the unit

• Excellent clinical practice knowledge and is able to apply this knowledge to the unit setting

• Ability to influence relationships and behaviors in relation to meeting the needs of the unit

• Acts as a role model for professionalism on their assigned unit of employment

• Possess a broad nursing knowledge, leadership ability, accepts responsibility, exercises authority, and functions independently

• Possess insight for employee growth and development and the ability to do effective impartial counseling

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Basic computer skills, including experience with an Electronic Health Record

• Specific skills as delineated by the unit of employment (see competencies)

• Specific knowledge and skills as delineated by the unit of employment (see competencies)

• Bachelor's of Nursing [Required]

• 1+ charge nurse or relevant leadership experience. [Preferred]

• 1+ nursing experience within the acute care setting [Preferred]

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) [Required]

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.