Registered Nurse - Radiology Plantation - Per Diem

About the role

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing, a current/valid FL RN license, and certification in BLS and ACLS. PALS certification is preferred but must be obtained within three months of hire. Moderate sedation and IV certifications are preferred. Minimum 3 years of relevant experience is required, preferably with PACU, ICU, or Emergency Department experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to serve as a preceptor when assigned, including introducing new associates to the service area, communicating, and reinforcing core and job specific expectations, validating initial competency, assessing learning needs, serving as a resource, and providing feedback.
• Performs the role of Service Educator when assigned, including coordinating unit specific orientation and education. Serves as an education resource for staff.
• Performs thorough pre-procedure and post procedure assessment that is system focused.
• Titrates intravenous medications according to the patient’s hemodynamic status.
• Knows basic information pertaining to all radiologic procedures and exams.
• Knows and applies principles of safety.
• Provides care to patient undergoing radiology procedures as per nursing standards, and policies & procedures.
• Works collaboratively with medical, technical and support staff.
• Communicates to accepting staff via face-to-face Hands-Off Communication.
• Verifies patient allergies, NPO status, and whether patient has voided.
• Demonstrates competency with MRI Safety.
• Makes decisions considering the impact of the decision on other areas. Initiates collaboration with others outside of service area.
• Shares knowledge and learns from others.
• Cares for the population served: pre and post-imaging patient.
• Recognizes safety hazards and takes corrective action; seeks assistance when needed.
• Performs work safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others, or property.
• Assesses psychological status, including level of understanding, perception of surgery/procedure, and anxiety level.
• Documents patient information in an accurate and timely manner following organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Assesses patient needs and designs, implements, and evaluates a patient education plan.
• Engages and is committed to Uhealth Service Pillars, AIDET and telephone etiquette.
• Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and adapts care according to patient’s age/developmental stage.

Qualifications

• CORE QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing required. Current/valid FL RN license required. Certifications: BLS and ACLS required. PALS preferred but must be obtained within 3 months of hire. Moderate Sedation and IV certifications preferred. Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required, preferably with PACU, ICU, or Emergency Department experience. Extensive knowledge of nursing principles, practices and techniques and be knowledgeable in radiology procedures and safety practices.

Benefits

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

Pay

Pay grade: H12

Schedule

Part time Employee Type: Temporary