APRN - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Innovator

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to deliver comprehensive care and treat patients independently as well as in collaboration with other health professionals.

Core duties include performing exams, ordering tests, prescribing treatments, and supporting patient recovery within regulatory guidelines. The role emphasizes teaching patients and coordinating transitions across care settings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant field.
• Valid State of Florida APRN License.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in critical decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents complete physical examinations and health histories.
• Functions independently to perform age-appropriate history and physicals.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments.
• Assists with care in accordance with regulations.
• Monitors the effectiveness of interventions.
• Facilitates patient transitions between care settings.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team for referrals.
• Provides educational tools to patients and families.

Skills

Judgment under pressure

Communication (written)

Communication (verbal)

Independent & collaborative work

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to deliver comprehensive care and treat patients independently as well as in collaboration with other health professionals.

Core duties include performing exams, ordering tests, prescribing treatments, and supporting patient recovery within regulatory guidelines. The role emphasizes teaching patients and coordinating transitions across care settings.