Staff - Level I Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) PACU - Post Anesthesia Care Level I for a nursing job in Miami, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty : PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Discipline : RN

Duration : Ongoing

36 hours per week

Shift : 12 hours, nights

Employment Type : Staff

Registered Nurse - Specialty, Med Surg - Telemetry PACU, Full Time

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.

Up To $25,000 Sign on Bonus

Work Location : Sylvester Cancer Center

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.

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

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.

Oncology Nurse Society Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Administration Guidelines provider course required. Oncology certified (OCN) preferred.

Experience :

Minimum 2 years of nursing experience

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

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

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About University of Miami

The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research.

At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service.

Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work.

We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.

Benefits

Vacation Pay

403b retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Employee assistance programs

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Continuing Education

Sign-On bonus