Registered Nurse, Pulmonary Medicine, Full-time (umiami)

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The University of Miami Pulmonary Medicine Department has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse.

The Registered Nurse, completes the initial assessment prior to initial treatment and reassesses before each subsequent treatment. Provides for safety measures. Monitors the patient’s response to drug therapies and report untoward reactions to the physician.

• Performs basic tasks independently so that minimal supervision is needed.

• Bases suggestions and opinions for patient care on well established principles so that high quality of care is achieved.

• Recognizes the role of the bronchoscopy nurse and how it relates to the overall functions of the hospital so that patients and their family perceive a high level of quality care.

• Operates and maintains assigned equipment in an effective and safe manner; reports malfunctions to supervisor in a timely manner.

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• Ensures that incident reports are appropriately completed for any occurrence that is not consistent with the accepted standard of care, routine operating procedures or hospital policy.

• Utilize appropriate interventions in medical emergencies.

• Participate in quality assurance programs and ensures that all data collected is precise and accurate and handed in on time.

• Collaborates with other team members. Follow facility, departmental and personnel policies and procedures.

• Comply with the employee Code of Ethics and Standards of Behavior.

• Attend mandatory educational programs and annual in-services.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

• MININUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

• Registered Nurse License

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS-CPR Certification )

• One (1) year Intensive Care Nursing 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.

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.

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