Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - Wound Care

Job Description

University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Wound Care Level II for a nursing job in Miami, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Wound Care
• Discipline : RN
• Duration : Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Staff

Registered Nurse - Wound Treatment Associate

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs.

2. Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders.

3. Reviews, evaluates, and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition.

4. Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.

5. Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments.

6. Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan.

7. Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.

8. Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within the scope of practice.

9. Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.

10. 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).

11. Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning.

12. Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.

13. Safely operates medical equipment. Serves as a preceptor and assists new staff in the provision of care to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment, and a direct patient care role.

14. 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

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required

Experience :

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required.

Critical Care experience preferred.

Certification and Licensing :

Valid State of Florida RN license required

WTA-C preferred

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.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

University of Miami Job ID #R100090509.

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.

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