Registered Nurse 2 - PACU - Full Time Night Shift

University of Miami•Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse 2 – Specialty (H) delivers patient-family centered care in a culturally competent manner, using evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service while ensuring population-specific patient care. The incumbent oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice. This position is in the PACU and works the night shift, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The nurse assesses assigned patients, evaluates and documents nursing care, reports symptoms and changes in condition and vital signs, and modifies treatment plans according to patient responses, conditions, and physician orders. The role includes reviewing diagnostic tests; consulting with physicians and other healthcare professionals; preparing patients for and assisting with examinations, procedures, and treatments; and considering patient age and culture when providing care. The nurse provides psychological support, performs appropriate patient tests, administers medications safely, and maintains accurate records of medications and treatments. The nurse communicates care plans promptly to patients, families, and team members in compliance with regulatory guidelines, including HIPAA; uses available resources for discharge planning; and plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to provide patient care. The role also involves safely operating medical equipment, serving as a preceptor to help new staff acclimate to the healthcare environment and direct patient care, and following University and unit policies and procedures while safeguarding University assets. Duties may be expanded as necessary. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition remission.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Florida Registered Nurse License.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
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.
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 and evaluate, document, and report nursing care, symptoms, and changes in condition and vital signs.
Modify patient treatment plans based on patient responses, conditions, and physician orders.
Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic tests to assess patient condition.
Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments, considering patient age and culture.
Provide psychological support and a compassionate environment.
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 the plan of care promptly to patients, families, and appropriate team members while complying with regulatory guidelines, including HIPAA.
Use available resources to assist with discharge planning.
Plan, prioritize, and adjust assignments to accomplish goals and provide patient care; seek assistance when needed.
Safely operate medical equipment.
Serve as a preceptor and assist new staff in acclimating to the healthcare environment and direct patient care.
Oversee nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.