Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (H) - Cardiology: Invasive: Medicine Transplant MTI - Full Time

Core Job Functions

• Performs and documents complete physical examinations and comprehensive health histories.
• Functions independently to perform age-appropriate history and physical for patients.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient’s age-specific needs.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities.
• Implements interventions to support the patient to regain or maintain physiologic stability.
• Aids in the provision of care in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintains open communication with consult ordering physicians by providing patient updates and recommendations for outpatient treatment.
• Safeguards continuity of care by managing medication orders in transition from outpatient to inpatient setting and vice versa.
• Writes orders and performs procedures in coordination with attending transplant physician.
• Facilitates staff education about new clinical protocols, patient management, and research protocols.
• Acts as a patient advocate by transmitting patient and family concerns to physician team members.

Department Specific Functions

• Evaluates and manages care of Transplant Cardiology patients at the Miami Transplant Institute (MTI) at Jackson Memorial Hospital.
• Performs post-operative evaluations including taking a medical history and performing a physical examination, orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, and provides patient education.
• Coordinates the discharge planning and outpatient care for patients consulted, in collaboration with the Attending.
• Provides staff education about new clinical protocols, patient management, and research protocols.
• Develops staff competencies in cooperation with clinical managers on the patient care units.
• Participates in other inpatient duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Qualifications

• CORE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Master’s degree in relevant field.
• Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida APRN License.
• Experience: Minimum 2 Years Of Relevant Experience.

Benefits

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