Nurse Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our inpatient care team at AdventHealth Altamonte Springs. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide exceptional patient-centered care while working collaboratively with other disciplines to achieve successful execution of patient plans.

Key Responsibilities

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• Fulfilling an important role as a central patient care provider responsible for the coordination and delivery of patient-centered nursing care compatible with the Neonatal Level of Care Designation, Level II\
• Continuously monitoring and assessing patients' physical condition, emotional, and social needs, refining the plan-of-care to ensure achievement of desired goals\
• Participating in providing patient-specific care standards as directed, following service excellence standards to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction\\
• Collaborating with healthcare teams to develop and implement effective care plans that address patients' complex needs\\
• Maintaining accurate records of patient progress and communicating effectively with multidisciplinary teams\\
• Utilizing advanced diagnostic technology and assessment skills to identify patients' care needs, synthesizing data to inform care decisions\\
• Providing education and support to patients and their families to promote health literacy and self-management\\
• Cultivating positive relationships with patients, families, and colleagues to foster a supportive environment that prioritizes patient well-being\\
• Engaging in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices and evidence-based care methods\\
• Assessing and addressing patients' physical, emotional, and social needs, prioritizing interventions that promote comfort, dignity, and quality of life\\
• Promoting a culture of safety and respect, actively reporting concerns or incidents that impact patient care\\
• Operating within legal and regulatory frameworks that govern nursing practice, adhering to organizational policies and procedures\\
• Staying up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry developments to maintain expertise and adapt to changing healthcare landscapes\\
• Fostering a work environment that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive of diversity, promoting a culture of open communication and collaboration\\
• Actively participating in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the identification and implementation of best practices that enhance patient outcomes and experiences\\
• Demonstrating proficiency in using electronic medical records, ordering tests and medications, and documenting patient information accurately\\
• Practicing exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills, applying sound judgment and decision-making to prioritize patient care\\
• Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive patient information in accordance with organizational guidelines and federal regulations\\
• Fostering partnerships with healthcare professionals, families, and communities to advance shared goals and priorities\\
• Staying adaptable and responsive to changing healthcare environments, maintaining flexibility to adjust to shifting priorities and demands\\
• Evaluating and adjusting the effectiveness of care strategies and interventions, continually refining approaches to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction\\
• Ensuring compliance with established infection control measures and protocols to prevent hospital-acquired infections\\
• Supporting the integration of innovative technologies and solutions to enhance patient care and improve operational efficiency\\
• Contributing to research studies or quality improvement projects aimed at advancing evidence-based care practices and improving patient outcomes\\
• Developing and maintaining constructive relationships with interdisciplinary teams, promoting collaboration and mutual understanding to drive patient-centric care\\
• Addressing system-level barriers that impede patient flow and access to care, collaborating with leadership to resolve operational challenges\\
• Developing and implementing effective delegation strategies, ensuring seamless handovers between shifts and teams\\
• Investigating and resolving patient complaints, addressing concerns through active listening and empathetic responses\\
• Identifying opportunities for growth and improvement, recommending changes to policies and procedures that align with organizational goals\\
• Prioritizing professional development, attending workshops and conferences to expand knowledge and competencies in areas like care coordination, population health, and healthcare policy\\
• Serving on committees or task forces focused on quality improvement, safety, and patient experience initiatives\\
• Maintaining competence in a range of clinical specialties, staying current with emerging trends and best practices in fields such as pediatric, adult-gerontology, and neonatal intensive care\\
• Leading by example, demonstrating commitment to delivering exceptional patient care, and fostering a culture of compassion, empathy, and kindness\\
• Building strong relationships with community partners, advocacy groups, and stakeholders to leverage resources and expertise that support patient well-being\\
• Assisting with educational programs and materials designed to educate patients and caregivers about health conditions, treatment options, and wellness strategies\\
• Managing workload, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and maintain productivity in fast-paced environments\\
• Cultivating a growth mindset, embracing continuous learning, and remaining receptive to feedback and coaching from supervisors, peers, and mentors\\
• Working closely with physician teams to coordinate care plans, consult on diagnoses, and communicate patient updates\\
• Protecting patient rights and dignity, advocating for individuals who face barriers to healthcare access or equity\\
• Collaborating with nurse leaders, managers, and staff to advance strategic initiatives, improve operational efficiency, and increase job satisfaction\\
• Mentoring new staff members, sharing knowledge and expertise to support their professional development and career advancement\\
• Pursuing national certifications, achieving professional designations that recognize expertise in specialized areas like pediatrics, critical care, or oncology\\
• Documenting patient interactions, treatments, and outcomes in electronic health records (EHRs), adhering to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies\\
• Recognizing individual and team achievements, celebrating successes and milestones that reflect dedication to patient care and organizational excellence\\
• Embracing change, adapting to evolving healthcare policies, laws, and regulations that impact nursing practice and patient care\\
• Facilitating transition planning, coordinating care during transfer from one level of care to another, ensuring continuity of services and comprehensive care\\
• Communicating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure informed consent, shared decision-making, and culturally competent care\\
• Participating in policy development, program evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives to advance patient-centered care and organizational effectiveness\\
• Building trust with patients, acknowledging their unique experiences and perspectives, and respecting their autonomy in healthcare decision-making\\
• Maintaining expert knowledge in disease management, pharmacological therapies, and interventional techniques, supporting patients through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery phases\\
• Implementing proven strategies to reduce length of stay, readmissions, and costs, optimizing resource utilization and enhancing the value proposition for patients and payers\\
• Designing and leading educational sessions, workshops, or training programs to equip staff members with essential skills and knowledge required to deliver high-quality patient care\\
• Coordinating joint conferences with physicians, therapists, social workers, or other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care and address complex issues\\
• Executing evidence-based interventions, developing personalized care plans that incorporate cultural considerations, lifestyle factors, and health disparities\\
• Prioritizing activities that promote family-centered care, engaging parents or guardians in the care process and involving them in key decisions affecting their child's well-being\\
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with patients, addressing fears, anxieties, and misperceptions related to their care or prognosis\\
• Maintaining precise medication administration, accurately tracking vital signs, laboratory results, and treatment efficacy to guide care decisions\\
• Employing motivational interviewing techniques to facilitate behavior change, encouraging healthy habits, and empowering patients to make informed choices\\
• Encouraging mindfulness, resilience, and self-care practices among healthcare staff, recognizing the importance of burnout prevention and mental wellness in the workplace\\
• Outlining clear steps for managing crisis situations, responding to emergencies, or escalating concerns regarding patient safety or well-being\\
• Leveraging shared governance structures to drive unit-level decision-making, enhance patient-centered care, and improve overall staff satisfaction\\
• Tracking patient metrics, analyzing data to inform quality improvement initiatives, and exploring opportunities to optimize resource allocation and enhance care efficiency\\
• Maintaining currency with relevant federal, state, and local laws governing healthcare, including HIPAA, OSHA, and Joint Commission requirements\\
• Affirming personal accountability, taking ownership of actions and decisions made on behalf of patients, acting responsibly to mitigate risk and protect organizational reputation\\
• Performing thorough assessments, identifying early warning signs, and intervening promptly to prevent adverse events or near misses\\
• Conducting timely follow-ups to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented care plans, revising strategies as needed to maintain optimal patient outcomes\\
• Setting realistic goals and objectives for daily operations, allocating personnel and resources effectively to ensure smooth workflow and efficient use of time\\
• Fostering a collaborative, inclusive atmosphere where diverse perspectives are valued, respected, and leveraged to create meaningful change and improvements\\
• Hosting regular debriefings or reflective discussions with healthcare teams to analyze successes, setbacks, or areas for growth, enabling collective learning and continuous improvement\\
• Agreeing to adhere to strict confidentiality and data security standards, safeguarding sensitive information about patients, families, and healthcare professionals\\
• Facilitating peer-to-peer consultations, offering guidance and support to colleagues grappling with challenging cases or complex care scenarios\\
• Gathering insights from patients, families, or healthcare providers through surveys, interviews, or focus groups to better understand their experiences and expectations\\
• Creating and disseminating educational content, articles, or blogs that highlight emerging trends, best practices, or innovations in healthcare and patient care\\
• Maintaining electronic documentation and updates, using cloud-based tools and digital platforms to streamline workflow and enhance accessibility\\
• Recruiting and mentoring preceptors, assigning qualified nurses to support new hires in their orientation and onboarding processes\\
• Active engagement in both formal and informal mentorship roles, sharing expertise and building relationships to foster professional growth and succession planning\\
• Accounting for variability in patient populations, tailoring care strategies to address diverse needs, preferences, and values across age ranges and ability statuses\\
• Articulating clear, concise language when discussing technical concepts or medical terminology with patients, focusing on simple explanations to avoid confusion or anxiety\\
• Formally evaluating professional performance, guiding employees through goal-setting processes, and recognizing achievements and milestones\\
• Listening attentively to employee concerns, adopting flexible problem-solving approaches to manage conflict or criticism constructively\\
• Ratifying their adherence to dress code policies, adhering to uniform standards reflecting professionalism and credibility within the organization\\
• Reviewing shift schedules and staffing arrangements regularly, mitigating conflicts that may arise due to competing responsibilities or limited resources\\
• Triggering rigorous thought experiments, envisioning future possibilities for improved workflows, increased productivity, and optimized patient outcomes\\
• Upholding moral principles, assuring transparency and honesty in all professional dealings, refraining from unprofessional conduct or compromising of ethics codes\\
• Visioning and striving towards world-class excellence, accelerating innovation, efficiency, and user satisfaction through purposeful action and just-in-time analysis