Registered Nurse 1- Administrative HYBRID

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Registered Nurse 1

***Sign On Bonus $10,000***

***Hybrid Option Available***

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Registered Nurse to work at UHealth Medical Campus in Miami, FL.

The Registered Nurse 1 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.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:

•  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 and 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 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. Operates the appropriate medical equipment.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Department Specific Functions

• Triage and Prioritization- Responsible for triaging and prioritizing all patient appointments and messages for clinicians and nurse practitioners.

• Expedited Appointments- Facilitate expedited appointments for patients requiring urgent care, considering the long wait times for the next available slots.

• Symptom Assessment- Perform assessments of incoming patients to evaluate symptoms and ensure appropriate triage.

• Family Communication- Communicate with patient families to provide guidance and establish an appropriate course of action.

• Call Triage and Symptom Management:

• Assess and prioritize patient needs over the phone.

• Determine the urgency of care based on a brief evaluation.

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

• Bachelor of Science in nursing required

• Registered Nurse License; Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

• Minimum one(1) year of relevant experience required

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.

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