Registered Nurse - Outpatient Clinic Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, FL

Position: Registered Nurse 1 - Outpatient Clinic (Full Time) - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, FL
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The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, has an exciting full time opportunity for a Registered Nurse 1 for the Outpatient Clinic, in Miami, Florida.

The Registered Nurse 1delivers 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.

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 and 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.

* Operates the appropriate medical equipment.

* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards 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.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing required (BSN) from an accredited institution, ACEN or CCNE

Certification and Licensing:

State of Florida Registered Nurse License

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS), from the American Heart Association, ACLS, PALS

Experience:

No previous experience required

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.)

* Excellent patient experience skills

* 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

Department Addendum:

The Intravitreal Injection Nurse will serve as a specialized clinical resource within the Outpatient Retina and General Eye Care Departments at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. This role is integral to the delivery of high-quality ophthalmic care, particularly for patients undergoing treatment for medical retinal conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion.

Key Responsibilities:

* Clinical Procedures: prepare patients for intravitreal injections following established protocols and safety standards. Maintain strict aseptic technique and ensure compliance with laser safety and medication scanning protocols

* Patient Preparation &

Education:

Conduct pre-procedure assessments, educate patients on treatment plans, and provide post-injection care instructions. Support patients with low vision in…