Registered Nurse - Specialty - Emergency Dept - Per Diem

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 role involves applying nursing processes and demonstrating advanced competency in the area of practice. The nurse assesses patients, documents interactions and observations, administers medications and treatments, evaluates interventions, communicates plans of care, and participates in care planning and improvement activities. The position may also include serving as a preceptor, Charge Nurse, or Resource Nurse as needed. Duties may vary according to departmental needs, and other consistent responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
Valid State of Florida RN license.
BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.
Proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Complete patient assessments and document 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 regulations, 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; examine treatment to determine whether it 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 the patient and support network in the plan of care.
Manage time and workload and prioritize assignments to complete work on time.
Adapt to changing work demands and environments, anticipate potential problems, and assist nurse leaders in developing 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 with significant impact on patient care, expense reduction, safety, or patient experience.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.