Registered Nurse 2 - Kendall General Pediatrics

University of Miami•Kendall, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse 2 delivers patient- and family-centered care in a culturally competent manner, using evidence-based standards for quality, safety, and service while providing population-specific care. The role oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice. This full-time position is with the University of Miami/UHealth Department of Community Health Delivery Systems at Kendall General Pediatrics in Miami. The nurse assesses patients, documents care, monitors and reports symptoms and changes in condition, reviews diagnostic tests, and adjusts treatment plans based on patient responses, conditions, and physician orders. The role involves collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate care; preparing patients for and assisting with examinations, procedures, and treatments; and providing age- and culture-appropriate information and psychological support. The Registered Nurse 2 performs patient tests, administers medications within scope of practice, and maintains accurate medication and treatment records. The nurse communicates care plans to patients, families, and team members in accordance with regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, and supports safe care transitions and discharge planning. The position also involves prioritizing assignments, adapting to changing demands, safely operating medical equipment, precepting and supporting new staff, providing constructive feedback, and following University and unit policies while safeguarding University assets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Valid State of Florida RN license.
At least 2 years of relevant experience.
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Ability to collaborate with others and contribute to a team environment.
Proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Assess assigned patients, evaluate care plans, and document nursing care.
Report symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions and vital signs.
Modify treatment plans based on patients’ responses, conditions, and physician orders.
Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic tests to assess patient conditions.
Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments, taking patient age and culture into account and providing treatment-plan information and psychological support.
Perform appropriate patient tests and safely administer medications within scope of practice.
Maintain accurate records of medications and treatments in accordance with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and physician orders.
Communicate care plans promptly to patients, families, and appropriate team members while complying with regulatory guidelines such as HIPAA.
Use best practices for transitions of patient care and available resources to assist with discharge planning.
Plan, prioritize, and adjust assignments to accomplish goals and provide patient care, seeking assistance when needed.
Adapt to changing work demands and environments and safely operate medical equipment.
Serve as a preceptor, help new staff acclimate to the healthcare environment and direct patient care, and provide concise, constructive feedback.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.