Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy Infusion - UHealth SoLé Mia

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Job Description

Assess assigned patients and evaluate plans to include documentation of nursing care, and report symptoms and changes in patients' condition and vital signs.

Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses, conditions and physician orders.

Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic tests to assess patient's condition.

Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.

Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments.

Consider patient age and culture during patient treatments and provide any needed information regarding treatment plan.

Nurture a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.

Perform appropriate patient tests and safely administer medications within the scope of practice.

Administer and maintain accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.

Communicate 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).

Use available resources to assist in discharge planning.

Plan, prioritize, and adjust assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seek assistance when needed.

Safely operate medical equipment.

Serve as a preceptor and assist new staff in the provision of care in order to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment, and a direct patient care role.

Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field required

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required

Certification and Licensing:
Valid State of Florida RN license required

Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• 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.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

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

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff