Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic Stepdown - Full Time

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care to assigned patients in a cardiothoracic stepdown setting. The role includes assessing patients, documenting care, evaluating diagnostic results, reporting changes in symptoms and vital signs, and modifying treatment plans in response to patient needs and physician orders. The nurse collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate care; prepares patients for examinations and procedures; safely performs tests and administers medications; and maintains accurate treatment and medication records. The position also involves communicating care plans to patients, families, and team members, supporting transitions and discharge planning, prioritizing assignments, operating medical equipment safely, and precepting and providing feedback to new staff. Care must account for patient age and culture, provide psychological support, and comply with regulatory requirements and University and unit policies.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Registered Nurse license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Minimum of 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 orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Assess assigned patients, evaluate care plans, and document nursing care.
Report symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions and vital signs.
Modify patient treatment plans based on patient responses, conditions, and physician orders.
Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic tests to assess patients’ conditions.
Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
Consider patient age and culture during treatment and provide information about treatment plans.
Provide psychological support and nurture 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 regulations, policies, procedures, and physician orders.
Communicate care plans promptly to patients, families, and appropriate team members while ensuring regulatory compliance, including HIPAA.
Use best practices for transitions of patient 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.
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.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.