Level II Registered Nurse; RN - OR - Operating Room at University of Miami Miami, FL

Staff – Level II Registered Nurse (RN) – OR – Operating Room – University of Miami, Miami, FL.

University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for Level II operating room duties.

• Specialty:
  OR – Operating Room
• Discipline:
  RN
• Duration:
  Ongoing
• 24 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Staff

Registered Nurse 2 – Specialty (H) 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 incumbent oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.

• Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and 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 patients’ 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 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.
• Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
• Works in the clinical setting in an environment that does not affect patient safety, quality, or timeliness of care.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Certification and Licensing:
  • State of Florida Registered Nurse License
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years of nursing experience.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.
  • In‑depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (i.e., sanitation, decontamination, etc.).
  • Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
  • Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

University of Miami Job  #R.

• Holiday Pay
• 403b retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• Continuing Education