Registered Nurse 2

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, 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.
• Safely operates medical equipment.
• Serves as a preceptor and assists new staff in the provision of care in order to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment, and a direct patient care role.
• Provides concise and constructive feedback when needed.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in nursing
• Registered Nurse License
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• PREFERRED BACKGROUND INCLUDES VASCULAR SURGERY EXPERIENCE

Department Specific Functions

• Assisting Vascular Surgeons during in-office procedures, inclusive of tray/instrument preparation.
• Adequate triaging and navigation of incoming calls from patients with clinical/medical needs.
• Provide/clarify pre and post operative orders and instructions to patients.
• Assist in completing necessary surgical forms such as booking sheet and pre-op orders.
• Schedule navigation and reconciliation.
• Assist patients with clearance appointments/instructions (Medical, Cardiac, Etc.).
• Proper sterilization of surgical equipment.
• Support surgical providers during live clinics.
• Inventory and ordering of medical/surgical supplies.
• Aid in completion of patient forms such as FMLA, DWC-25 forms.
• Clinic Preparation to ensure all required supplies are available for the day of procedure/visit.
• Maintenance of Crash Carts, Daily AED test and completion of tracking form.
• Proper handling of imaging equipment.
• All other duties as required of departmental operational needs.

Benefits

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

About the Role

The Surgery department has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse 2 position to support our Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.