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Bascom Palmer Eye Institute serves as the Department of Ophthalmology for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in Miami, Florida. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life by improving sight, preventing blindness, and advancing ophthalmic knowledge through compassionate patient care and innovative research. 

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** Sign On Bonus $25,000 **

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is seeking a full time Registered Nurse 2, Specialty, for Holding/PACU in Miami, Florida. 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 Registered Nurse 2 – Specialty, oversees nurses and allied health staff in their daily practice.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                           

Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and 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 available resources to assist in discharge planning.

Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.

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.

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.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                          

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution

Certification and Licensing:

Florida Registered Nurse License

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS)

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Experience:

Minimum 2 years 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.)

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami Florida FL University of Miami Job ID #R100086521.

** Sign On Bonus $25,000 **

The University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute has an exciting Part Time opportunity for a Registered Nurse 2, Specialty for the OR, in Miami, Florida.

The Registered Nurse 2 – Specialty (H) 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 and have a minimum of 2 years OR experience and / Peri-Op 101.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS           

Assesses assigned patients and evaluates plans to include documentation of nursing care, and 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 available resources to assist in discharge planning.

Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed.

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.

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.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS        

Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution

Certification and Licensing:
State of Florida Registered Nurse License
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Experience:
Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience and / or Peri-Op 101

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.)

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

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami Florida FL University of Miami Job ID #R100083701A.

The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician 1 with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida.

The Ophthalmic Technician 1 (OT1) is competent in the theory, principles, and practice of eye care. The position performs appropriate clinical testing in compliance with department standards and documents in the EMR system.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS        

Provides support to providers which includes documentation in patient charts as required and directed for patient care. 

Provides patient-centric care.  

Adheres to University of Miami policies, standards, values, and required training.  

Complies with regulations and maintains patient confidentiality.  

Follows best practices of patient safety, hand hygiene, and infection control.  

Attends educational courses for ophthalmic personnel when assigned.  

Demonstrates high quality of work through accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness.  

Meets daily productivity goals.  

Ensures all equipment is calibrated and instrumentation is in proper working order.  

Participates in assigned clinical research and maintains required certifications.  

Organizes and stocks rooms for daily clinical activities.  

Travels to satellite eye centers when necessary.  

Works evenings and weekends as needed.  

Performs organizational duties as assigned.  

Completes IVI (intravitreal injection) prep for patients.  

Facilitates motility exams.  

Supports Virtual Care encounters and exams.   

Performs and documents the following items in the electronic medical record. 

Reason for visit

Tangent screen visual fields

Chief complaint

Basic ocular motility

History of present illness

Pupillary evaluation

Basic review of systems

Ocular surface assessment

Review systemic and ocular medications

Eye drop administration

Record allergies

Intraocular pressure such as Goldman, Tono-Pen, and I-Care

Pharmacy information

Pachymetry

Family, social, medical, and ocular history

Insertion and removal of hard &amp; soft contact lenses

Visual acuity at distance and near

Color vision test

Lensometry

Stereopsis test

Manual refraction

Sensorimotor exam

Confrontational fields

Automated &amp; manual perimetry

Humphrey visual fields

Virtual Reality (VR) visual fields

Amsler Grid visual fields

QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                     

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skill, and Attitudes:

Works well with patients of all age groups.

Presents with a professional appearance.

Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrates outstanding interpersonal skills.

Analyzes, organizes, prioritizes, and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Completes assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Seeks instruction in areas that require additional knowledge.

Works independently and in a collaborative environment.

Displays basic knowledge of ocular anatomy, function, and motility.

Demonstrates ability to perform the appropriate patient workup using the EMR telehealth platform.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami Florida FL University of Miami Job ID #R100082651A.

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