Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care, Full-time

University of Miami • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse Specialty delivers patient- and family-centered care in a culturally competent manner, using evidence-based standards for quality, safety, and service while ensuring population-specific patient care. The role assesses assigned patients, evaluates and documents nursing care plans, monitors and reports symptoms and changes in condition and vital signs, and modifies treatment plans in response to patients’ needs and physician orders. The nurse reviews and reports diagnostic tests, collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals, and prepares patients for and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments. The position includes providing psychological support, administering medications and treatments safely, maintaining accurate records, communicating plans of care while protecting patient privacy, and supporting care transitions and discharge planning. The nurse also prioritizes assignments, adapts to changing demands, operates medical equipment safely, serves as a preceptor for new staff, and follows University and unit policies.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Valid Florida Registered Nurse license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• At least 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 plans.
• Report symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions and vital signs; modify treatment plans as indicated by 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, considering patient age and culture and providing 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 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 complying with regulatory guidelines such as HIPAA.
• Use best practices for patient-care transitions and available resources to assist with 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 and safely operate medical equipment.
• Precept and assist new staff in providing care and acclimating to the healthcare environment and direct patient-care roles; provide constructive feedback when needed.
• Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Tuition remission

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree