Registered Nurse, Outpatient Cardiology Clinic, Full-time

About the role

The Outpatient Cardiology Clinic department has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse. The incumbent 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. The Registered Nurse oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Adapts to changing work demands and environment
• 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's degree (BSN) in relevant field required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
• Valid State of Florida RN license required
• Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Skills

• 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

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Tuition remission