Registered Nurse Specialty, Hollywood, Full Time
Company: The University of Miami
Location: Pembroke Pines
Posted on: August 2, 2022
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Job Description:
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how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career
worklet, please review this tip sheet.Transforming LivesThe
University of Miami is among the top research universities and
academic medical centers in the nation, and one of the largest
private employers in South Florida.With more than 16,000 faculty
and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by
a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its
students, patients, members of the community, and people across the
globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of
belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to
add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility,
Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U
community works together to create an environment driven by
purpose, excellence, community, and service.Full TimeLocation :
Sylvester at HollywoodAssesses 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, 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. 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. Provides concise and
constructive feedback when needed. 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 QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Bachelor
of Science in nursing requiredCertification and
Licensing:Registered Nurse License; Basic Life Support
Certification (BLS); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), ONS
Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Provider Card; Oncology Certification
preferredExperience:Minimum 2 years of nursing experienceKnowledge,
Skills and Attitudes:Knowledge of medical terminologyKnowledge of
nursing care methods and proceduresIn-depth knowledge of health and
safety guidelines and procedures (i.e. sanitation, decontamination
etc.)Excellent patient experience skillsAbility to recognize,
analyze, and solve a variety of problems.Ability to maintain
effective interpersonal relationshipsAbility to communicate
effectively in both oral and written formDepartment Specific
FunctionsAccountabilities (For Non-exempt Employees Include Percent
of Effort):Meets requirements of Clinical Trials Senior
Chemotherapy Nurse 30%Administers research study agents, standard
chemotherapy and biotherapy agents, and non-chemotherapy
medications.Monitors therapeutic responses and side effects, and
obtains pharmacokinetic blood samples and other laboratory
specimens as required by each protocol. Assists in maintenance of
up-to-date protocol information in clinical areas. Documents in a
concise, accurate and legible manner according to each clinical
protocol and clinical practice standards. Provides documentation to
the Research Nurse and/or Data Manager. Meets study timelines and
objectives as defined by protocols. Abides by requirements in
accordance with the Oncology Nursing Society's Manual for Clinical
Trials Nursing. Supports patients and their families during trial
treatment. Works with research nurse and principal investigator to
educate patients and their families about their treatment and
protocol requirements. Follow policies and procedures for clinical
trials. Functional knowledge about each protocol. Utilizes
independent learning methods to become knowledgeable about new
protocols and protocol changes. Attends and participates in
regularly scheduled Phase 1 Clinical Research meetings.Nursing
Process 70%Assessment Performs assessments and reassessments
focusing on the physical and psychosocial health status of the
patient in an ongoing timely and systematic manner. Obtains
baseline information utilized for the development of individualized
patient plan of care. Provides direct and indirect patient and
family care to assess needs. Facilitates/patient/family education
with interdisciplinary team involvement. Monitors patient's
progress against plan of care until discharge from designated
patient care area. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members
to identify potential barriers and variances to the plan of
carePlanningCoordinates the plan of care with patients, family and
interdisciplinary team. Ensures the plan of care is accessible to
the patient and family to assist them in understanding goals of
care and movement toward these goals. Plans discharge and teaching
needs as applicable. Promotes development of clinical practice
based on research and evidence. Assists leadership team with
maintenance of initial and ongoing unit-based clinical
competenciesImplementationActs as a liaison between patients,
caregivers and community resources. Educates interdisciplinary
team, patient/family on plan of care. Serves as a direct care
provider, as appropriate, to ensure outcome obtainment. Documents
concise, accurate and legible according to nursing policies and
procedures and nursing standards. Provides patient/family teaching
using available resources and tools. Acts as consultant to clinical
staff in assisting with unfamiliar procedures/treatments. Utilizes
process of performance improvement. Promotes patient safety.
Communicates changes in plan of care to the patient/family and the
health care team members in a timely manner. Demonstrates
creativity and innovation in approach to complex problem solving.
Leads crisis management. Delegates' aspects of care to qualified
personnel. Assists in procedures Administers and/or monitors blood
and blood products following hospital policy and procedures
Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical
plan of care, nursing intervention and procedures as necessary for
the care of the patient Demonstrates knowledge of commonly used
meds: action, dose, and side effects. Observes five Rights for
administering meds: right patient, right drug, right dose, right
method, and right time Medication Administration as per hospital
policy and procedureEvaluationEvaluates patient for improvement
after implementation of plan of care to assess for the attainment
of goals. Readjusts plan of care based on evaluation of the
patients'/families' needs. Monitors outcomes of patients undergoing
new procedures or interventions. Evaluates staff competencies and
reports to leadership team. Participates in staff
evaluationsProfessional AccountabilityConsistently maintain
complete confidentiality of all medical, financial, employee,
computer and other sensitive materials, which may violate HIPAA
regulations and/or jeopardize the privacy of others. Attends
meetings as needed. Acts as role model and maintain professional
demeanor at all times. Develops and maintains clinical competency.
Demonstrates professional independence in the practice of nursing.
Consults internal experts when appropriate. Maintains documentation
of the continuing education requirements. Maintains
certification.Credentialed to administer all forms of anti-cancer
therapy including but not limited to anti-neoplastic and biological
(e.g. gene) therapies.Maintains CITI certificate.Attends all
mandatory in-services as directed Participates in professional
organization. Actively supports and participates in performance
improvement activities.Seeks/accepts training to learn new skills
and maintain current competencies. Maintains and completes
Personnel Development Record as per policy. Maintains professional
certifications/licensure in active status. Practices within the
guidelines as set forth by the Florida Board of Nursing. Displays
courtesy toward customers by introducing self and addressing
customer by name.Meets customers' expectation by listening to them,
demonstrating sensitivity and awareness of others.Follows through
to ensure that established expectations are satisfied; keep
customers informed of progress. Works effectively and cooperatively
in groups/teams to ensure quality patient care.Communicates
effective with manager and other members of the interdisciplinary
team. Attempts to resolves patient/physicians and visitors
complaints and refers unresolved issues to managers. Demonstrate
dependability/reliability by promptly reporting to work when
scheduled. Cross-trains to other nursing units and floats as
necessary. Serves as mentor and role model Compliance with UM,
Hospital and department policies and procedures Other duties as
assigned.Performs charge nurse role as appropriateThis list of
duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and
may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as
necessary.Supervision Received:Reports directly to the Unit
ManagerSupervision Exercised:None.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING
ENVIRONMENTThe following sections capture the physical demands and
working environment that are required for this job.Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.Working ConditionsEnvironmental
DimensionNeverOccasionallyFrequentlyConstantlyConditions of extreme
heat or extreme coldWet/Humid
conditionsFumes/Dust/Dirt/SmokeConfined areasHigh placesEquipment
in motionHigh noise levelsEnvironmental hazardsExposure to
TBExposure to Blood-borne PathogensExposure to Radiant
EnergyOutdoor/Exposed areasEquipment UsedEquipment
UsedNeverOccasionallyFrequentlyConstantlyVehicle TypeOperate
vehicles (Select Vehicle)Use hand toolsUse power toolsPhysical
RequirementsPhysical
DimensionNeverOccasionallyFrequentlyConstantlyWeightSittingStandingWalkingStooping/ClimbingCarryingKneelingCrouchingBendingCrawlingReachingHandlingSensory
RequirementsSensory
DimensionNeverOccasionallyFrequentlyConstantlyVision
TypeVisionNearDepth PerceptionColor
VisionPeripheralConcentrationUse of keyboard or
touchscreenTalkingFeelingSmellingThe above statements are intended
to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this
job classification. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon
departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above
consistent with the knowledge, skills & abilities required for a
job. This a job profile description and not all duties may be
assigned to a specific position each individual department.End of
Job DescriptionThe 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 physicians represent more than
100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million
patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has
earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and
patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.Patient
safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the
flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami
Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide
ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and
clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or
clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or
termination of employment.The University of Miami is an Equal
Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected
Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on
certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for
additional information.Job Status:Full timeEmployee Type:StaffPay
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