Registered Nurse - Admissions Discharge - Per Diem (U)

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse - Specialty - Per Diem delivers patient-centered care in a culturally competent manner, using and promoting evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The nurse completes assessments and documents patient interactions and observations, accounting for age and cultural considerations, care management, and teaching needs. The role includes administering medications and treatments, evaluating patient responses and care plans, communicating with patients, families, and the care team, and beginning discharge planning upon admission. The nurse also contributes to policies, procedures, and standards of care; participates in committees; supports and evaluates staff; serves as a preceptor, Charge Nurse, or Resource Nurse when needed; and initiates unit-level projects. The employee manages and prioritizes assigned work, adapts to changing demands, and follows University and unit policies while safeguarding University assets. Duties may vary according to departmental needs, and other consistent duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
At least 4 years of relevant experience.
Valid State of Florida RN license.
Learning agility to learn procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Ability to collaborate with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Complete assessments and document patient interactions and observations according to unit standards, including age and cultural considerations, care management, teaching, and referrals.
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 and evaluate care-plan diagnoses and problems based on patient status.
Communicate the plan of care clearly and promptly to patients, families, and appropriate team members.
Participate in developing policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of care, and assess whether treatment aligns with best practices.
Represent nurses by participating in committees and task forces.
Begin discharge planning upon admission, use available resources to prepare for discharge, and involve patients and their support networks in the plan of care.
Manage time and prioritize assignments to complete work on time.
Adapt to changing work demands and environments, anticipate potential problems, and assist nurse leaders with contingency plans.
Evaluate other staff in providing care and give concise, 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 policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.