RN 1

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of OB/GYN seeks a full-time Registered Nurse 1 (H) in Miami, FL. The RN will assess patients, document care, and collaborate with physicians to update care plans while ensuring patient education and safety.

Responsibilities include triage, medication administration, clinical communication, and discharge planning within regulatory guidelines. Strong teamwork and adaptability are essential in a fast-paced OB/GYN setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Valid State of Florida RN license is required.
• No prior experience is required.
• Demonstrates learning agility to adapt to procedures and protocols.
• Shows ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficient with office software and medical record systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and document nursing care and vital signs.
• Review and report diagnostic test results for patient condition.
• Consult with physicians and healthcare professionals on care plans.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures and provide education.
• Administer medications within scope of practice and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate care plans to patient, family, and care team in HIPAA-compliant manner.
• Assist with discharge planning and adapt to staffing demands.
• Operate medical equipment and adhere to policies and procedures.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Florida RN license

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Obstetrician & Gynecologist (OBGYN) has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Registered Nurse 1 (H) to work in Miami, FL.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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.
• Uses 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.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

RN ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clinical Management: Monitor and manage the OB/GYN clinical in-basket messages according to established departmental workflows and response-time expectations.
• Review incoming patient messages, telephone encounters, laboratory results, imaging results, provider messages, and other clinical communications.
• Prioritize in-basket messages based on clinical urgency and patient needs.
• Perform appropriate nursing assessment before responding to patient clinical questions.
• Identify messages requiring provider review, consultation, or immediate escalation.
• Ensure clinical messages are routed to the appropriate assigned providers.
• Follow established protocols for common OB/GYN patient concerns and clinical questions.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all clinical communications and actions taken.

Telephone, Laboratory and Diagnostic Clinical assessment

• Conduct focused nursing assessments by telephone or electronic communication within the RN scope of practice.
• Obtain relevant information regarding symptoms, onset, severity, duration, pregnancy status when applicable, medications, and pertinent medical history.
• Utilize approved triage protocols and clinical pathways to determine the appropriate level of care.
• Provide patient education based on established protocols, provider orders, and approved clinical resources.
• Recognize signs and symptoms requiring urgent or emergent evaluation.
• Escalate high-risk or clinically concerning situations to the provider or appropriate level of care without delay.
• Provide clear instructions regarding when the patient should seek urgent medical attention.
• Review laboratory and diagnostic results within the RN's authorized workflow and scope of practice in a timely matter.
• Identify abnormal, critical, or clinically significant findings requiring provider notification or follow-up.
• Follow established protocols for communicating results to patients when authorized.

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

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
• Valid State of Florida RN license required
• No previous experience required
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interact