Registered Nurse 1 - Radiology Specialty, Full Time

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse 1 - Specialty to deliver patient-family centered care with evidence-based standards in a culturally competent way. You will assess, document, and adjust nursing plans, coordinate with physicians, and support discharge planning in a busy medical setting.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, an active RN license, BLS, and a minimum of two years of nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required.
• Registered Nurse license and BLS certification.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assesss patients, document nursing care plans and adjust as needed.
• Report changes in patient condition and vital signs to physicians.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals on care plans.
• Prepare patients for exams and procedures, provide information on plans.
• Administer medications and maintain records per policies and orders.
• Communicate care plans to patients and families while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Patient care

Communication skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

The Registered Nurse 1 - Specialty 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.

• 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.

• Utilizes 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.

_ 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

Education

Bachelor of Science in nursing required

Certification and Licensing

Registered Nurse License; Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Experience

Minimum 2 years of nursing experience

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.

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

Full time

Employee Type

Staff