Registered Nurse 2 - Surgical Oncology Specialty,

University of Miami•Miami, FL

10d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse delivers patient- and family-centered care in a culturally competent manner, using evidence-based standards for quality, safety, and service while addressing population-specific care needs. The nurse oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice and assesses assigned patients, documents nursing care, reports symptoms and changes in condition or vital signs, and adjusts treatment plans according to patient responses, conditions, and physician orders. The role reviews and reports diagnostic tests; consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care; and prepares patients for and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments. The nurse considers patients’ age and culture during treatment, provides information about care plans, and offers psychological support. Responsibilities include performing appropriate tests, safely administering medications, maintaining accurate medication and treatment records, and communicating the plan of care promptly to patients, families, and relevant team members in compliance with regulatory guidelines such as HIPAA. The nurse uses best practices during care transitions, available resources for discharge planning, and sound prioritization and assignment practices to provide patient care. The role also requires adapting to changing work demands, safely operating medical equipment, serving as a preceptor, supporting new staff, providing constructive feedback, following University and unit policies, and safeguarding University assets. Duties may be expanded as necessary. The position is with the University of Miami/UHealth Medical Surgical Telemetry department at UTower. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition remission.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Valid Florida Registered Nurse license.
Current ACLS certification.
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
Minimum 2 years of nursing experience.
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.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver culturally competent, patient- and family-centered care using evidence-based standards for quality, safety, and service.
Oversee nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.
Assess assigned patients, document nursing care, and report symptoms and changes in condition or vital signs.
Modify treatment plans based on patient responses, conditions, and physician orders.
Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic tests; consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
Consider patient age and culture during treatment and provide information about treatment plans and psychological support.
Perform appropriate patient tests and safely administer medications within scope of practice.
Maintain accurate medication and treatment records 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 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 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.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as necessary.