Health Nurse-Part Time

Demonstrates the use of nursing process as a problem-solving model; Collaborates with Primary RN, case managers/social services during the patient's stay, Assumes a proactive role in coordinating interdisciplinary discharge planning for a specific patient population and facilitates outpatient resources that the patient may need in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Works with NP (Nurse Practitioner) and other Providers throughout the stay to ensure patient will be ready for discharge by 12 noon. Supports the patient discharge process in terms of medication reconciliation and finalizing discharge orders completes the discharge summary, provides patient/family` education, and documents discharge teaching. Communicates with patient/family 24 hours post discharge and documents encounter in UChart (telephone encounter) Conducts patient follow up at the following intervals (7, 14 and 30 days) post discharge and as needed. Documents encounter in UChart (telephone encounter) Is a liaison between medical/surgical team for patients/family post discharge. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and needs of the patients served on the assigned unit. Serves as a direct care provider, as appropriate, to ensure positive outcomes. Maintains a safe and clean environment that promotes safety of patients/family throughout all environments of care. Complies with regulatory standards including National Patient Safety Goals. 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 tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.
Job Status: Part time