Staff - Level II Registered Nurse (RN) - Research / Clinical Research at University of Miami

University of Miami is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Research / Clinical Research Level II for a nursing job in Miami, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Research / Clinical Research
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Staff

Registered Nurse 2 - Chemotherapy Infusion Research - Full Time
Sign-on Bonus: Up to $25,000

Location: Miami, Florida

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs.

2. Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders.

3. Reviews, evaluates, and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition.

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

5. Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments.

6. Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan.

7. Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support. 8. Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within the scope of practice.

9. Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.

10. 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).

11. Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning.

12. Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.

13. 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.

14. 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

Certification and Licensing:

Florida Registered Nurse License

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS)

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

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 ID #R100078326.

About University of Miami

Benefits

• 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
• Sign-On bonus