Registered Nurse 3 – Imaging Service Specialty, Full Time

University of Miami•Plantation, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse 3 – Specialty delivers patient-centered care in a culturally competent manner, using and promoting evidence-based standards for quality, safety, and service while addressing population-specific needs. The nurse demonstrates advanced competency in the area of practice and excellent nursing processes. The role includes assessment, care planning, treatment, patient and family communication, discharge planning, staff support, and participation in unit-level initiatives. The position is full time and is part of UHealth–University of Miami Health System.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Registered Nurse license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
At least 4 years of relevant 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 precept nurses and allied health staff.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Complete assessments and document patient interactions and observations according to unit standards, considering age, culture, care management, and teaching needs; make referrals as necessary.
Demonstrate advanced competency in the area of practice.
Administer medications and treatments and maintain accurate records in accordance with regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures.
Reassess and document intervention effectiveness according to guidelines and protocols, and evaluate care-plan diagnoses and problems based on patient status.
Communicate the plan of care effectively and promptly to patients, families, and appropriate team members.
Participate in developing policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of care; examine treatments to determine whether they align with best practices.
Represent nurses by actively participating in committees and task forces.
Begin discharge planning upon admission and use available resources to prepare for discharge.
Involve patients and their support networks in the plan of care.
Manage time and priorities to complete assigned work on schedule; adapt to changing demands and environments.
Anticipate potential problems and assist nurse leaders in developing contingency plans.
Evaluate other staff in the provision of care and provide constructive feedback to employees and leadership.
Precept students and new staff as needed.
Serve as a Charge Nurse or Resource Nurse when needed.
Initiate unit-level projects that significantly affect patient care, expense reduction, safety, or patient experience.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.