Preop PACU, Registered Nurse Specialty, Per Diem

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse 1 - Specialty - Per Diem to deliver patient-family centered care in a culturally competent manner, utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The role emphasizes population-specific care and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Core functions include assessing patients, reporting changes, modifying plans, and coordinating with physicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• No previous experience required.
• Valid State of Florida RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and document nursing care.
• Report changes in patient condition and vital signs.
• Modify treatment plans as indicated by patient response and orders.
• Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic tests to assess patient condition.
• Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding care plans.
• Prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments; provide information about treatment plans respecting age and culture.
• Administer medications and maintain accurate records as per policies and orders.
• Communicate plan of care to patient, family, and team while following HIPAA guidelines.
• Assist with discharge planning and utilize resources for transition of care.
• Plan and adjust assignments to deliver high-quality patient care; adapt to changing demands.
• Operate relevant medical equipment and safeguard university assets.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Day Shift

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse 1 - Specialty - Per Diem 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

1. Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care.
2. Reports symptoms and changes in patients' condition and vital signs.
3. Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions, and physician orders.
4. Reviews, evaluates, and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient's condition.
5. Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. Utilizes available resources to assist in discharge planning.
10. Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.
11. Adapts to changing work demands and environment.
12. Operates the appropriate medical equipment.
13. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
• No previous experience required
• Valid State of Florida RN license required

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.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Part time

Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent