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The Department of Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Nurse Educator/Quality Improvement Nurse. The Nurse Educator/Quality Improvement Nurse provides clinical education to patients in the areas of diabetes type 1 and sickle cell disease. The incumbent collaborates with medical practitioners to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients (mostly children, adolescents, and young adults with type 1 diabetes mellitus and sickle cell disease) as part of quality improvement projects. Other types of patients within pediatric endocrinology and pediatric hematology/oncology may be serviced as well. Moreover, this employee adheres to Joint Commission standards and all related UHealth policies, procedures, and guidelines.
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:
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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.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
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.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
n7
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet.
The Department of Pediatrics has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Nurse Educator/Quality Improvement Nurse. The Nurse Educator/Quality Improvement Nurse provides clinical education to patients in the areas of diabetes type 1 and sickle cell disease. The incumbent collaborates with medical practitioners to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients (mostly children, adolescents, and young adults with type 1 diabetes mellitus and sickle cell disease) as part of quality improvement projects. Other types of patients within pediatric endocrinology and pediatric hematology/oncology may be serviced as well. Moreover, this employee adheres to Joint Commission standards and all related UHealth policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Provides education and resources to enhance patient care (such as being involved in the transition services from pediatrics to adult care).
- Assists patients with educational needs, problem resolution, time management, and critical thinking skills development.
- Collaborates with medical providers, patient care staff, and unit management in the planning and implementation of quality improvement processes.
- Implements clinical skills activities within established clinical and preceptorship models, monitors data trends, and implements strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Consults with and serves as a clinical resource for unit management to ensure quality patient care.
- Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Teach and support team QI work.
- 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:
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field
- Valid Florida RN license
- Minimum 2 years of experience
- Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
- Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.
- Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
- Basic background and knowledge of QI methods
- Basic knowledge in dealing with adolescents and young adults with chronic illnesses.
#LI-AS1
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.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
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.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
n7
