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Sign-on Bonus: Up to $25,000

Shift: 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm

The University of Miami/UHealth UMHC/SCCC Department of Infusion/Oncology at Miami has an exciting opportunity for a full time Registered Nurse. The Chemotherapy nurse:

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 and 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.

Operates the appropriate medical equipment.

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:                                                                                                         

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing

Certification and Licensing:

Current/valid Florida nursing license.

BLS & ACLS required

Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Administration Guidelines provider course

Oncology certification preferred

Experience:

Two years recent oncology nursing experience

Recent experience in administering chemotherapy and biotherapy agents

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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