Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care, Full-time

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Specialty provides 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 nurse assesses assigned patients, documents and evaluates nursing care, monitors symptoms and vital signs, and adjusts treatment plans according to patient responses, conditions, and physician orders. The role collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate care, and prepares patients for and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments. The nurse considers patient age and culture, provides information about treatment plans, and offers psychological support. Responsibilities also include performing appropriate tests, safely administering medications and treatments, maintaining accurate records, communicating the plan of care in compliance with regulatory guidelines such as HIPAA, supporting care transitions and discharge planning, and safely operating medical equipment. The nurse may serve as a preceptor for new staff, provide constructive feedback, and follow University and unit policies and procedures.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Valid Florida Registered Nurse license.
BLS and ACLS certifications required.
Minimum of 2 years of Intensive Care Registered Nurse experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess assigned patients and evaluate 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 patient 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 patients’ 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 the scope of practice.
Maintain accurate medication and treatment records in accordance with regulations, policies, procedures, and physician orders.
Communicate the plan of care in a timely manner to patients, families, and appropriate team members while complying with regulatory guidelines such as 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 provide patient care; seek assistance when needed.
Adapt to changing work demands and environments.
Safely operate medical equipment.
Serve as a preceptor and assist new staff in acclimating to the healthcare environment and direct patient care.
Provide concise and constructive feedback when needed.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.