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The University of Miami Health System, "UHealth", Department of Pediatrics School Health Initiative has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Registered Nurse 2 to provide vital support to our clinics in Miami Dade County.
The Registered Nurse 2 delivers 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 2 oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.
Core Responsibilities:
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, 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.
Department Specific Functions:
1. Clinic Operations and Direct Nursing Care
Provide direct nursing care to students, including assessments, interventions, and referrals.
Coordinate day-to-day clinic processes, ensuring effective scheduling, documentation, supply management, and service delivery.
Monitor and evaluate clinical performance, ensuring adherence to nursing standards and health regulations.
Implement and maintain health prevention programs (e.g., immunizations, screenings, health education).
2. Health and Safety Promotion
Promote a healthy and safe environment across all clinics through policy implementation and staff training.
Serve as liaison with school administrators and community health partners to address emerging health concerns and public health initiatives.
Maintain preparedness for health emergencies and communicable disease outbreaks.
3. Clinical Leadership and Program Development
Provide leadership and strategic input for the development and improvement of school health services.
Participate in planning meetings, policy reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health guidelines.
4. Supervision and Support of LPNs
Supervise and support Licensed Practical Nurses in the implementation of nursing activities and student care.
Provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
Facilitate training sessions to enhance LPN competencies and professional growth.
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:
Bachelor of Science in nursing
Valid State of Florida RN license required
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) from American Heart Association only
Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
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.
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.
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Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H12