The University of Miami is hiring a Registered Nurse 2 for a specialty unit at UHealth Kendall. In this role, you will provide essential nursing care, from initial patient assessment through treatment plan modification, all within a supportive and compassionate environment.
What You'll Do
- Assess assigned patients and evaluate plans, documenting nursing care and reporting symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs.
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions, and physician orders.
- Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition.
- Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Prepare patients for, and assist with, examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Consider patient age and culture during treatments and provide any needed information regarding the treatment plan.
- Nurture a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
- Perform appropriate patient tests and safely administer medications within your scope of practice.
- Administer and maintain accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures, and physician orders.
- Communicate the plan of care in a timely manner to patients, families, and appropriate team members, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Use available resources to assist in discharge planning.
- Plan, prioritize, and adjust assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care, seeking assistance when needed.
- Safely operate medical equipment.
- Serve as a preceptor and assist new staff in the provision of care to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment and a direct patient care role.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Florida Registered Nurse License
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- ONS certification
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical
- Dental
- Tuition remission
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Kendall, South Florida.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
