Clinical Nurse Specialist
2 months ago
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The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a licensed professional who prescribes, coordinates, evaluates, and delivers patient care through collaborative efforts with members of the interdisciplinary team in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist also directs and guides patient and family education.Work Location:
UHealth Tower
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Education/Credentials/License/ Certifications
Experience:
Formal Education:
High School Diploma preferred
___ Two Year College Degree
X Four Year College Degree (required)
Graduate Degree
Certification/Licensure:
- Current Florida State Nursing License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Life Support Certification
Experience:
- At least 6 months of professional nursing in an acute care facility preferred
- At least one year professional nursing in specialty units required for consideration
- Knowledge of medical nursing procedures is essential
- Knowledge of all code procedures
- Skill in organizing and prioritizing workload
- Skill in telephone etiquette
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and co-workers
- Ability to adhere to policies and procedures
ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:
Skill in organizing and prioritizing workload, and managing duties in an environment of changing priorities and frequent deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and co-workers. Basic computer skills are required. Ability to use good judgment and maintain confidentiality of information.
Ability to work as a team player in a fast-paced environment.Technical Duties:
Must be able to work with various equipment related to patient care as well as clerical equipment.
Motor Skills:
Manual dexterity required throughout the shift.
Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to interact with others in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner; ability to act as a consultant to management.
Sensory Requirements:
Ability to communicate with others via telephone using appropriate etiquette; ability to read written documents. Good visual acuity needed to read written, typed, and online charts, treatment plans, and policy and procedure manuals. Hearing and speech skills essential.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Document patient information and nursing care in the provision of nursing services.
- Document and reassess any significant changes in the patient's condition in compliance with facility policy.
- Communicate data to other members of the Multidisciplinary Health Care Team.
- Report any signs or symptoms of infection in patients to the Infection Control Department.
- Verify the accuracy of patient records.
- Perform circulating duties as defined by hospital and Unit policy.
- Employ principles of communication, interviewing techniques, problem-solving, and crisis intervention when performing interventions.
- Intervention is based on knowledge of medical nursing procedures, as well as the plan of care.
- Accurately administer medication and therapies to patients according to established policy and procedures.
- Transcribe and carry out physician's/licensed practitioner's treatment orders accurately.
- Utilize appropriate interventions in medical emergencies.
- Prioritize and formulate a plan of care based on patient assessment and according to policy.
- Participate in the development of an interdisciplinary treatment plan with specific and measurable goals, objectives, and interventions defining actions unique to each patient's needs.
- Direct patient care activities of other health care workers and ancillary personnel in accordance with the scope of their practice and hospital policy.
- Ensure appropriate resources, equipment, and supplies are available.
- Update and revise the plan as goals/objectives are met or when the patient's condition changes.
- Document both the nursing interventions on the treatment plan and the patient's response to the intervention.
- Assure patients are adequately oriented to the room, unit, and hospital.
- Monitor patient activity and encourage patient participation.
- Prescribe and coordinate nursing care to patients during episodes of care.
- Provide structure and maintain a therapeutic environment in collaboration with the patient and other health care providers.
- Consistently utilize universal precautions and environmental safety guidelines.
- Utilize self as a role model to promote health communication.
- Provide education to patients and families based on their identified needs and limitations, such as communication, interpersonal and social skills as well as basic principles of physical health and education level.
- Provides and documents discharge instructions including food and drug interactions, diets, and activities as appropriate.
- Evaluate and document the effectiveness of all patient teaching.
- Provide opportunities for patients and families to question, discuss, and explore their feelings about prescribed therapies/interventions/diagnosis.
- Participate in quality assurance programs.
- Collaborate with other team members.
- Act as the patient's advocate and assure that patient rights are upheld.
- Comply with established measures for infection control, OSHA, and AHCA regulations and risk management.
- Utilize time constructively and in an organized manner to accomplish assigned responsibilities.
- Demonstrate guest relations in communication, cooperation, and in giving assistance to patients, physicians/licensed practitioners, co-workers, and visitors in a prompt and courteous manner.
- 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.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
CNA and LPN
REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Meets hospital-wide requirements by submitting annual tuberculin test and any other medical required for job classification and attends necessary in-service/education programs.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
(Included but not limited to the following)
Spends 80% of the shift walking or standing. Spends 20% of the shift sitting. The position requires considerable physical work not to exceed 50 pounds.
This work may involve, but is not limited to lifting, carrying, pushing, or repositioning of objects, pieces of equipment, or patients.
Any workload exceeding 50 pounds will require assistance.Individual must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend in order for him/her to retrieve dropped items, read gauges and meters, or otherwise assess or retrieve information from at or above floor level.
Must be able to visualize and read gauges, meters, monitors, and the necessary items to provide safe patient care. This individual must be able to maneuver quickly throughout the hospital corridors, stairways, and exam rooms in response to patient emergencies and code requirements.
In the event of building evacuation, heavy lifting will be required to carry patients to safety. Interpretation of the environment requires visual or auditory skills.WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Environment:
- The nurse spends 100% of the shift in an air-conditioned environment.
- Noise levels range from low to high.
Occupational Safety and/or Health Risks:
- Chemicals are frequently used for cleaning and may pose a risk of exposure.
- Potential risk for daily exposure to infectious blood and body fluids exists.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- 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.
Certification and Licensing:
- Valid Florida Registered Nurse License, ACLS, BLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience.
UHealth Tower 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 groundbreaking research and medical education.
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. Patient safety is a top priority.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.
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