Registered Nurse 2 - Clinics - Full-Time - Plantation

University of Miami•Plantation, 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 ensuring population-specific care. The role oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice. The nurse assesses assigned patients, evaluates and documents nursing care plans, monitors and reports patient symptoms and changes in condition, and modifies treatment plans in response to patient status and physician orders. The role also reviews and reports diagnostic tests, coordinates care with physicians and other healthcare professionals, prepares patients for examinations and procedures, performs appropriate tests, and administers medications within the scope of practice. The Registered Nurse 2 communicates care plans with patients, families, and team members in compliance with regulatory requirements, supports transitions of care and discharge planning, and provides psychological support in a compassionate environment. The role plans and adjusts assignments to deliver patient care, adapts to changing work demands, operates medical equipment safely, and serves as a preceptor to help new staff acclimate to direct patient care. The position follows University and unit policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary. The position is full-time at the University of Miami; the posting title identifies clinics and Plantation.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Registered Nurse license.
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.
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 nursing care plans, and document care.
Report symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs; modify treatment plans as indicated by 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 patient care plans.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments, considering patient age and culture and providing information about treatment plans.
Provide psychological support and foster a compassionate environment.
Perform appropriate patient tests and safely administer medications within the 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 in compliance with regulatory guidelines, including 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 deliver patient care; seek assistance when needed.
Adapt to changing work demands and environments and safely operate medical equipment.
Serve as a preceptor, assist new staff in providing care and acclimating to the healthcare environment, and provide concise, constructive feedback when needed.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.