Registered Nurse 2 - Pediatric Oncology - Full Time

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Medical benefits

Competitive retirement plan

Job summary

University of Miami is seeking a full-time registered nurse for the Sylvester Cancer Center in Miami. The role requires evaluating patient plans, administering medications, documenting care, and coordinating with physicians and the care team.

Qualifications include Florida RN licensure with ACLS/BLS and a BSN preferred (ASN acceptable with 2 years to complete BSN). The hospital emphasizes patient-centered care and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN preferred; ASN with 2 years to complete BSN.
• Certification/Licensing: Florida RN license, ACLS, BLS per American Heart Association.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Knowledge/Skills/Attitudes: nursing terminology, patient care methods, health and safety guidelines, communication.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients and plans nursing care, documents plans, and reports changes to physicians.
• Reviews diagnostic tests to assess patient condition.
• Consults with physicians and other professionals to plan and evaluate care.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures and provides information on treatment plans.

Skills

Nursing

Patient assessment

Documentation

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Medication administration

Patient education

Education

BSN preferred

ASN with 2 years to complete BSN

Tools

ACLS

BLS

Job description

Location: Alex's Place Sylvester Cancer Center

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 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