Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic Stepdown - Full Time

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients in the Cardiothoracic Stepdown setting. The role assesses patients, documents nursing care, monitors and reports changes in symptoms and vital signs, and adjusts treatment plans according to patient responses, conditions, and physician orders. The nurse reviews diagnostic tests and collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. The position prepares patients for and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments; performs appropriate tests; safely administers medications; and maintains accurate records in accordance with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and physician orders. The nurse considers patients’ age and culture, provides psychological support, communicates the plan of care to patients, families, and team members, and supports transitions of care and discharge planning. The nurse prioritizes and adjusts assignments, adapts to changing work demands, seeks assistance when needed, and safely operates medical equipment. The role also serves as a preceptor to help new staff acclimate to the healthcare environment and direct patient care, providing concise and constructive feedback. The nurse follows University and unit policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Duties may be expanded as necessary. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. UHealth is a university-based health system serving South Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean, with patient care supported by research and medical education.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Registered Nurse license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Minimum 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 in oral and written form.

Responsibilities

Assess assigned patients and evaluate and document nursing care plans.
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 plans.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
Consider patients’ age and culture during treatment and provide information about treatment plans as needed.
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 regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and physician orders.
Communicate the plan of care 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 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, help new staff acclimate to the healthcare environment and direct patient care, and provide concise, constructive feedback.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.