Registered Nurse , Oncology Specialty

## Registered Nurse 2, Oncology Specialty, Full-time Apply:
On-Site:
Miami, FL:
Full time:
Posted Today:
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** CORE JOB SUMMARY
** The Registered Nurse delivers patient centered care in a culturally competent manner utilizing and promoting 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.

** CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
*** Completes assessments and documents patient interactions and general observations, per unit standards, including the need for age and cultural considerations, care management and teaching; makes necessary referrals.
* Demonstrates advanced level of competency in the area of practice
* Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies and procedures.
* Reassesses and documents the effectiveness of intervention as per guidelines and protocols; evaluates diagnosis/ problems on the plan of care based on the patient’s status.
* Communicates plan of care clearly in an effective and timely manner to patient, family and the appropriate team members.
* Participates in the development of policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care.; examines and questions treatment to determine if they are within best practices.
* Represents nurses by actively participating in committees and task forces.
* Begins discharge planning upon admission; uses available resources to assist in preparing for discharge. Involves patient and patient support network in plan of care
* Manages own work and time, and prioritizes assignments to ensure work assignments are completed on time.
* Adapts to changing work demands and environment. Anticipates possible problems and assists nurse leader(s) in the development of contingency plans.
* Evaluates other staff in the provision of care; provides concise, constructive feedback to employee and leadership
* Serves as a preceptor to students and new staff, as needed.
* Serves as a Charge Nurse or Resource Nurse when needed.
* Initiates unit-level projects with significant impact on patient care, expense reduction, safety and/or patient experience.
* 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
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* Education:

*** Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, Bachelor’s degree (BSN) preferred.  RNs hired with an Associates (ASN) degree have 2 years to complete the BSN degree.
** Certification and Licensing:
*** Valid Florida Registered Nurse License, ACLS, BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
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* Experience:

*** No 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

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