University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac Stepdown Level II for a nursing job in Miami, Florida.
Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Cardiac StepdownDiscipline: RNDuration: Ongoing36 hours per weekShift: 12 hoursEmployment Type: StaffRegistered Nurse 2 - Cardiothoracic Stepdown - Full Time
Up to $25,000 Sign-on Bonus
Work Location: UHealth Tower
The Registered Nurse delivers patient-family centered care in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service while ensuring population-specific patient care.
The Registered Nurse oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.
Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care.
Reports symptoms and changes in patients condition and vital signs.
Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients responses, conditions and physician orders.
Reviews, evaluates and reports diagnostic tests to assess patients condition.
Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures and treatments.
Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan.
Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within the scope of practice.
Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.
Communicates plan of care in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members, ensuring compliance with all regulatory guidelines (i.e.
HIPAA).
Uses best practices for transition of patient care.
Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning.
Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.
Adapts to changing work demands and environment.
Safely operates medical equipment.
Serves as a preceptor and assists new staff in the provision of care in order to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment, and a direct patient care role.
Provides concise and constructive feedback when needed.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, Bachelors degree (BSN) preferred.
RNs hired with an Associates (ASN) degree have 2 years to complete the BSN degree.
Certification and Licensing:
Valid Florida Registered Nurse License, ACLS, BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
Experience:
Minimum 1 year of nursing experience
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (i.e.
sanitation, decontamination etc.
)
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 both oral and written form
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.
As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.
Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.
We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority.
As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
University of Miami Job ID #R100076721.
About University of MiamiThe University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research.
At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service.
Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work.
We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.
BenefitsHoliday Pay403b retirement planSick payWellness and fitness programsEmployee assistance programsMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsBenefits start day 1Continuing EducationSign-On bonus Required Preferred Job IndustriesOther