Registered Nurse 2 - Surgical Oncology, Full Time

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami Health System is seeking a Residency Registered Nurse 2 - Specialty (U) to deliver patient-family centered care and oversee nursing staff in daily practice at UHealth Tower in Miami, FL. Responsibilities include evaluating patient plans, administering medications, and coordinating with physicians to ensure high-quality care.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, adherence to HIPAA, and participation in discharge planning, with BSN preferred and Florida RN

Qualifications

• Education: BSN preferred; ASN allowed with 2 years to complete BSN.
• Certification and Licensing: Florida Registered Nurse license; ACLS and BLS from American Heart Association required.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Knowledge of medical terminology; nursing care methods; health and safety guidelines; patient experience skills; problem-solving ability; interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients, evaluates plans, documents nursing care, reports changes in condition and vital signs.
• Reviews and evaluates diagnostic tests to assess patient condition.
• Consults with physicians and healthcare professionals to plan and evaluate patient care plans.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures, providing information and psychological support.
• Administers medications and maintains accurate records per policies and physician orders.
• Communicates care plans to patient, family, and care team, ensuring HIPAA compliance.
• Assists with discharge planning and adapts to changing work demands and environment.
• Acts as a preceptor for new staff and provides feedback to support acclimation to care settings.

Skills

Nursing terminology

Nursing care methods

Health and safety guidelines

Patient experience skills

Interpersonal relationships

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) with 2 years to complete BSN

Job description

Job Description

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 form

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

About Us

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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