Registered Nurse 1 (Full Time) - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Satellites

Registered Nurse 1 For The Satellites In South Florida

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for a Registered Nurse 1 for the Satellites in South Florida.

The Registered Nurse 1 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.

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.

Core Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution, ACEN and / or CCNE
• Experience: Minimum One (1) year experience
• Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS from the American Heart Association
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• 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 interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

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