Registered Nurse 2 - Oncology Specialty, Full Time

University of Miami; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse 2 – Oncology Specialty to deliver patient-family centered care on-site in Miami, FL. The role includes supervising nurses and allied health staff, coordinating with physicians, and supporting education and discharge planning.

Qualifications include a BSN preferred, Florida RN license (ACLS/BLS), and strong clinical judgment with excellent communication skills; no experience required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Florida Registered Nurse license; ACLS and BLS required.
• BSN preferred; ASN allowed with 2 years to complete BSN.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients and documents nursing care.
• Reviews and reports diagnostic tests.
• Consults with physicians to plan and evaluate care.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures.
• Administers medications and maintains accurate records.
• Communicates plan of care to patient, family and team.
• Assists with discharge planning.
• Prioritizes assignments to deliver high-quality care.
• Adapts to changing demands; operates medical equipment.
• Acts as a preceptor to new staff and provides feedback.
• Adheres to policies and safeguards University assets.

Skills

Oncology care knowledge

Clinical assessment

Patient communication

Team leadership

Education

BSN preferred

ASN accepted with 2 years to BSN

Job description

## Registered Nurse 2 - Oncology Specialty, Full TimeApply: On-Site: Miami, FL: Full time: Posted Today: R100101276**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.The Residency Registered Nurse 2 – Specialty (U) 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. The incumbent oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice. **Work Location: UHealth Tower** **CORE JOB FUNCTIONS** 1. 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, conditions and physician orders. 2. Reviews, evaluates and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition. 3. Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning. 8. Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed. 9. Adapts to changing work demands and environment. Safely operates medical equipment. 10. 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. Provides concise and constructive feedback when needed. 11. 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.*** # **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:*** No 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 formThe 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.