University of Miami·Miami, Florida
The Registered Nurse delivers patient-family centered care in the Emergency Department while overseeing allied health staff and ensuring quality and safety standards. Responsibilities include assessing patients, administering medications, coordinating with physicians, and maintaining accurate clinical records.
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CORE JOB SUMMARY The Registered Nurse 2 - Specialty 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 incumbent oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.
Core job functions 1.
Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs.
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Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders.
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Reviews, evaluates, and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition.
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Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
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Prepares patients for, and assists with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
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Considers patient age and culture during patient treatments and provides any needed information regarding treatment plan.
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Nurtures a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
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Performs appropriate patient tests and safely administers medications within the scope of practice.
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Administers and maintains accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.
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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).
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Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning.
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Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.
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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, and a direct patient care role.
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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.
This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Full time
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a valid Florida RN license. At least two years of relevant experience and certifications in ACLS, BLS, and PALS are required.
Market context
In Florida, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospice, hospital, and other care settings, especially for RNs who can work independently and adapt to varied patient needs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for current RN licensure, at least one year of experience, active BLS certification, and reliable transportation, while benefits commonly include health insurance, professional development, and a supportive work environment. Before applying, confirm your license, BLS status, and driving readiness, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.