Registered Nurse - Specialty - Per Diem Ambulatory Unit Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, FL

Registered Nurse - Specialty - Per Diem Ambulatory Unit

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Miami, FL

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, offers an exciting opportunity for a Per Diem Registered Nurse 1 for the Ambulatory Unit. The role delivers patient-family centered care in a culturally competent manner, utilizes evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service, and oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.

• 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 needed information regarding treatment plan.
• Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
• Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within scope of practice.
• Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.
• Communicates plan of care to patient and family and appropriate team members in compliance with 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 to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment.
• Provides concise and constructive feedback when needed.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded as necessary.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) required from an accredited institution, ACEN or CCNE.

Experience: Minimum 2 Years Of Relevant Experience Required.

Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida RN license required; BLS, ACLS, and PALS Certification.

• Learning Agility:
  Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork:
  Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication:
  Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Job Status:
Part time
Employee Type:
Temporary

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Part-time

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Benefits include competitive salaries and a comprehensive package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.