Registered Nurse 1 (Residency)

University of Miami•Coral Gables, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami Department of Medicine is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse 1 to work onsite in Coral Gables, Florida. The RN provides comprehensive clinical nursing support for a high-volume endocrinology practice serving patients with complex chronic conditions, including diabetes mellitus, obesity, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, pituitary disorders, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and other metabolic disorders. The RN independently assesses and triages patients, provides education, coordinates care, and supports treatment management within the scope of practice. The role includes clinical triage for symptoms, urgent concerns, and treatment-related issues; assessment of glucose-monitoring data, insulin therapy, and medication concerns; review and communication of test results in collaboration with providers; and monitoring patient progress and treatment response. The RN educates patients and families on medications, injectable therapies, insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors, and chronic disease self-management. The position also coordinates with pharmacies, insurers, specialists, infusion centers, and diagnostic facilities; supports prior authorizations and appeals; and collaborates with physicians and advanced practice registered nurses to optimize patient outcomes and clinic operations. The University of Miami describes UHealth as South Florida’s only university-based health system, combining patient care with research and medical education. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Registered Nurse license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures, including sanitation and decontamination.
Excellent patient experience skills.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Responsibilities

Assess assigned patients, evaluate care plans, and document nursing care.
Report patient symptoms, changes in condition, and vital signs.
Adjust treatment plans in response to patient condition, response, and physician orders.
Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic test results.
Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
Consider patient age and culture during treatment and provide information about treatment plans.
Provide psychological support and foster a compassionate environment.
Perform appropriate patient tests and safely administer medications within scope of practice.
Maintain accurate medication and treatment records in accordance with applicable requirements, policies, procedures, and physician orders.
Communicate the plan of care promptly to patients, families, and team members while complying with regulatory guidelines such as HIPAA.
Use best practices for transitions of patient care and available resources for discharge planning.
Plan, prioritize, and adjust assignments to meet goals and provide patient care; seek assistance when needed.
Adapt to changing work demands and environments.
Operate appropriate medical equipment.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Triage patient symptoms, urgent concerns, and treatment-related issues.
Assess glucose-monitoring data, insulin therapy management, and medication-related concerns.
Review, interpret, and communicate laboratory and diagnostic test results in collaboration with providers.
Monitor patient progress, treatment effectiveness, and clinical response to therapy.
Educate patients and families about medications and medication administration, injectable therapies, insulin pump management, continuous glucose monitor use, and chronic disease self-management and prevention.
Coordinate care with pharmacies, insurance companies, specialists, infusion centers, and diagnostic facilities.
Manage prior authorizations and appeals and support clinical documentation demonstrating medical necessity.
Identify potential complications, changes in patient condition, and situations requiring provider escalation.
Support care coordination, follow-up, and continuity of care across the patient population.
Collaborate with the physician and APRN to optimize patient outcomes and clinic operations.