Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Intensive Care, Full-time

Cardiovascular Intensive Care Department Registered Nurse

The Cardiovascular Intensive Care Department has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to work in UTower. The Staff Nurse (RN) is a registered professional nurse who prescribes, coordinates, evaluates and delivers patient care through collaborative efforts with members of the interdisciplinary team in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care and practices. The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient and family teaching.

Responsibilities include:

• Assessing assigned patients and evaluating plans to include documentation of nursing care.
• Reporting symptoms and changes in patients' condition and vital signs.
• Modifying patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses, conditions and physician orders.
• Reviewing, evaluating and reporting diagnostic tests to assess patient's condition.
• Consulting with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
• Preparing patients for, and assisting with examinations, procedures and treatments.
• Considering patient age and culture during patient treatments and providing any needed information regarding treatment plan.
• Nurturing a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
• Performing appropriate patient tests and safely administering medications within the scope of practice.
• Administering and maintaining accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.
• Communicating 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).
• Using best practices for transition of patient care.
• Using available resources to assist in discharge planning.
• Planning, prioritizing, and adjusting assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeking assistance when needed.
• Adapting to changing work demands and environment.
• Safely operating medical equipment.
• Serving as a preceptor and assisting new staff in the provision of care in order to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment, and a direct patient care role.
• Providing concise and constructive feedback when needed. Adhering to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguarding University assets.

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, BLS/ACLS certification required.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of Cardiovascular Nursing Care experience.

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