Job location: Miami, FL

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-03-01
Req: R100044838
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Transforming Lives

The 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.

The Medicine - Hospital Medicine Department has an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) for the Night Shift. The ARNP is responsible for assessing physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies. Assist physicians in performing medical procedures, up to and including blood drawing, vital signs and nursing assessments, history and physical.

Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up. Writes prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols. Initiates and facilitates clinical research protocols and coordinates patient care with research staff. Obtains complete medical history independent of supervision by the physician. Orders appropriate laboratory tests according to practice guidelines. Develops, implements and evaluates a plan of care that is appropriate for the patient and family. Actively participates in quality assurance programs and peer review activities. Responsible for providing assistance to physicians in the care and treatment of patients. Provides medical support to staff, triaging and implementing care in a knowledgeable and skillful manner, as evidenced by team feedback and documentation in medical records. Administers nursing assessments to include performing examinations, giving injections and assessing a patient's health status. Assess severity of patient's condition, determining and directing patients to appropriate medical providers. Performs other duties as assigned (weekend coverage).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills/.

• Ensuring compliance with local, state and federal health regulations.

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques

• Performs in tactful and professional manner.

Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• Masters Degree in Advanced Registered Nursing

• Current licensure to practice as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Florida.

• Must be credentialed to practice by Hospital Medical Board.

Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

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.

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 time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

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