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**** Work Location : UHealth Tower
** The University of Miami/UHealth, department of Medical Surgical Telemetry at UTower has an exciting opportunity for a full time Registered Nurse.

The Registered Nurse 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 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 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.
***** MINIMUM 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:

*** Minimum one year 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.)
* 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.

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