STAFF - LEVEL II REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - CLINIC

University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Clinic Level II for a nursing job in Miami, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Clinic
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Staff

Registered Nurse 2 - Specialty, Stem Cell Transplant/Apheresis Clinic, Full Time

Up to $25,000 Sign-on Bonus
Work Location: Sylvester Cancer Center
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Responds promptly to each incoming call.
Check voicemails on time. If the call warrants a triage, the caller’s stated symptoms will be assessed to determine the appropriate level of care required to safely meet the patient’s medical needs. (Emergent, urgent, non-urgent, or home care status)
Utilizes all resources and guidelines at his/her disposal to effectively assess, prioritize, advise, schedule, or refer calls when necessary to the appropriate medical provider or personnel.
Uses clinical knowledge to assist the financial team in obtaining authorization for treatments.
Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and 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 patient’s 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 available resources to assist in discharge planning.
Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.
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.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, Bachelor’s 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 2 years of nursing experience

University of Miami Job ID #R100078383.

About University of Miami

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• 403b retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• Continuing Education
• Sign-On bonus