Nursing Jobs in Opa-locka, FL

LPN Full-time
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

University Health & Rehabilitation Center Miami, FL
OVERVIEW: Responsible for the overall operation and optimal quality of care for the residents on the assigned unit. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facility's administration and the Nursing Policies and Procedures. As an LPN you will be responsible for providing residents assistance with ADLs and in the administration of their medications while overseeing staff. Adhering to the instructions of Nurse Management, you will perform your duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, while providing resident care services with kindness and compassion to the residents. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Holds daily shift report with nursing assistants assigned to the unit prior to the start of the shift. Reviews written daily assignments for each resident on assigned unit. Assures assignments are completed before the end of the shift · Makes rounds on assigned residents at least once every two hours · Administers medication and treatments according to the physician's orders. Assumes responsibility for ordering medications · Collaborates with Care Plan Coordinator to develop and maintain nursing care plans and update these plans on a monthly basis or more often if the resident's condition changes · Assists the attending physician with rounds and special procedures as needed · Transcribes, documents and implements physician's orders · Contacts the resident's physician and family to notify them of a change in the resident's condition or accident/incident; also notifies the supervisor covering · Assumes independent responsibility for yearly written evaluations of nursing assistants and documents accurately their strengths, weaknesses and the steps taken to improve their performance. Such evaluations become part of the nursing assistants’ permanent records and shall be used as the basis to determine the continued employment of nursing assistants, promotional opportunities and the amount of any wage increases granted · Assumes independent responsibility for documenting disciplinary concerns for nursing assistants on designated shifts, including reprimands, oral and written warnings, and recommending the suspension or discharge of an employee · Assumes independent responsibility for completing required routine documentation and auditing as required · Participates in the hiring, interviewing and orientation of nursing assistants · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · Practical Nurse licensed in the State of employment · Minimum one year of education or experience in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation preferred · Knowledge of nursing theory and practice, including the administration of medications · Ability to read, write and comprehend English · CPR certified SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · This position has no supervisory responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT: · This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center. · Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. · Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal. · Incumbent may experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus · This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. · The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. https://info.flclearinghouse.com TRAVEL: · No travel is expected for this position
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
The Terrace of Hialeah

Nurse Supervisor RN WEEKEND AND NIGHT SUPERVISOR

The Terrace of Hialeah Hialeah, FL
Now Hiring: Nurse Supervisor (RN) – Elevate Care! Are you a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) looking for a leadership role in healthcare? Elevate Care is seeking a Nurse Supervisor to oversee and support our nursing team, ensuring the highest quality of care for our residents. If you have strong clinical skills, leadership abilities, and a passion for patient care , we’d love to have you on our team! Why Join Elevate Care? Competitive Pay & Shift Differentials – Get rewarded for your expertise. Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans. Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings when you need them. Career Growth Opportunities – Advancement into leadership roles. Supportive & Team-Oriented Work Environment – Work alongside skilled professionals who value teamwork and excellence. Your Responsibilities: Supervise Nursing Staff – Oversee RNs, LPNs, and CNAs to ensure quality patient care. Ensure Compliance – Maintain adherence to state and federal regulations. Monitor & Assess Resident Care – Evaluate patient conditions and provide clinical guidance. Train & Mentor Staff – Support professional development and skill-building. Communicate with Families & Physicians – Provide updates on resident conditions and care plans. Respond to Emergencies – Act quickly and effectively in urgent situations. Qualifications: Active Registered Nurse (RN) License (State-approved). Previous Supervisory or Charge Nurse Experience (Preferred). Strong Leadership & Decision-Making Skills. Excellent Communication & Problem-Solving Abilities. Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced, Team-Oriented Setting. If you’re ready to take your nursing career to the next level and lead with excellence , apply today and join the Elevate Care family! Elevate Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
LPN Correctional Other
Jackson Health System

PRM Licensed Practical Nurse, CHS

Jackson Health System Miami, FL
Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center Department : Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center (will be either Operations or Behavioral Health ) Address : 70000 NW 41st Street Miami, Florida 33166 Shift Details : On Call, Days or Nights Why Corrections: Miami-Dade Corrections Health Services (CHS) operates under Jackson Health System (JHS) and serves approximately 5,000 patients daily. Patient care is delivered by nearly 400 healthcare employees representing a diverse multidisciplinary team of nurses & nurse support staff, physicians, psychiatrists, social workers and other professionals. CHS supports Miami Dade Corrections & Rehabilitation at 3 facilities in Miami-Dade County and leverages the resources of a large public safety net health system in the areas of education, quality, risk management & compliance. Summary PRM LPN performs advanced practical nursing work in the care and treatment of patients in assigned area(s). Employees in this classification perform a variety of nursing care assignments in one or more medical areas, requiring more advanced knowledge and skills of practical nursing. Emphasis of the work is on performance of specialized as well as more difficult and responsible duties in patient care, giving assistance to physicians and nurses, and performing instructional tasks. Responsibilities Interviews patient about current problems, medications, and allergies and reviews medical record for pertinent previous and current information. Keeps patients informed of their medical condition and the course of treatment being prescribed by an MD. Participates in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse). Establishes and documents patient treatment regimen under supervision of RN or MD and implements treatment as directed. Performs routine immunizations, nebulizer treatments, and visual acuity testing, and administers and reads TB tests. Assists in phlebotomy: identifies patient, checks requisition form for requested tests, and prepares equipment, patient and puncture site. Assists in IV set-up: verifying solution to be administered, evaluating infusion site, checking IV function and patient comfort, and discontinuing IV at appropriate time, as ordered by MD and under supervision of an RN. Maintains adequate inventory of narcotics after each tour of duty, examination room supplies and prepares exam rooms at the beginning and end of day and between each patient contact. Performs variety of office responsibilities: answers phones and takes messages and performs triage within scope of licensed practical nursing practice in an accurate and timely manner. Facilitates and assists in the coordination of patient referrals. Participates in the orientation and training of new personnel. Demonstrates commitment to service excellence by consistently adjusting work pace when needed in order to maintain or improve patient care outcomes. Follows and performs all related unit specific policies and procedures, as detailed on the unit specific competency check-list. Utilizes job and unit specific equipment as required. Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned. Experience Generally requires 1 to 3 years of related experience. Education Graduation from an accredited LPN program is required. Skill Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area. Credentials Valid Florida LPN license is required. American Heart Association and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers may be required at the unit level upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment. 30 hour IV training must be from a Florida Board of Nursing approved program or be a Compact Nursing State (States participating in the multi-state compacts licensing). Unit Specific Credential AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) with 6 months validity Working Conditions Physical Requirements - Job function requires extended standing or walking. Must be able to carry objects weighing 21 to 50 pounds. Able to lift or move objects weighing 51 to 100 pounds with the use of appropriate devices. Jobs in this group require frequent visual acuity to perform activities related to extended use of computers. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC). Environmental Conditions - Jobs in this group are required to function in a fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent and stressful situations. Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public. Function is subject to inside environmental conditions, with occasional outdoor exposures. Exposure to various environments such as: communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a hospital and medical office environment. May also be exposed to needle sticks, airborne infections, medical gases, X-Ray, chemical exposures and other potential hazards. Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when exposed to infectious/clinical hospital environment. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).
RN ICU Full-time
Jackson Health System

Clinical Staff Nurse, Medical IMCU Critical Care, Full Time, Nights

Jackson Health System Miami, FL
Department: Medical IMCU Critical Care Address: 1611 NW 12 Ave, Miami, FL 33160 Shift Details: Full Time (3:3 schedule), Nights Jackson Memorial Hospital is the flagship hospital for Jackson Health System and it has been a beacon of medical excellence and community care for more than a century. Throughout its rich and storied history, Jackson Memorial - located in the heart of the City of Miami - has been ground zero for some of the world's greatest medical breakthroughs and important moments in South Florida. We've grown into one of the nation's largest public hospitals, and one of the few that is also a world-class academic medical center with a proud mission and proven success. Jackson Memorial is an accredited, tertiary teaching hospital with 1,500 licensed beds, where nearly every medical specialty is provided by some of the world's most skilled and highly regarded multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. Summary The Clinical Staff Nurse functions as a champion of quality patient care and professional caregiver who demonstrates critical thinking skills and scientific judgment in the anticipation and planning for the care of patient in assigned area(s). The PRM Clinical Staff Nurse is responsible to perform at a competent level of nursing and consistently demonstrates nursing process. These standards include: assessment, diagnosis, identification of outcomes, planning, implementation, coordination of care, teaching and health promotion and evaluation. The PRM Clinical Staff Nurse is also responsible to hold the highest standards of professional performance, which include: ethics, cultural diversity, communication, collaboration, evidence based practice, nursing research, quality, resource utilization, and environmental health. These standards of practice encompass the actions and foundation of professional nursing. The PRM Clinical Staff Nurse will function within the JHS CARE Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The PRM Clinical Staff Nurse possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas. Responsibilities Implements and coordinates the delivery of care in collaboration with physician and other provider and healthcare staff. Utilizes the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) in applying nursing knowledge. Documents all pertinent information regarding nursing care, care plans and observations. Accounts for narcotics/emergency equipment on each tour of duty. Maintains a working knowledge of facility infection control procedures. Recognizes, questions and reports significant patient findings and/or inconsistencies in medical/nursing orders/treatment regime. Collaborates and seeks corrective action. Selects and individualizes/updates and adheres to clinical procedures/ protocols/standards/ clinical pathways, plans of care/narcotics policies and discharge/teaching plans. Completes and submits patient/unit charges. Recognizes/prioritizes overt/convert unit needs/problems/implements corrective action independently. Assumes charge nurse role when assigned/supervises designated personnel/takes action as needed. Applies the use of logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches to problems. Provides functional direction and assistance to LPN's and CNA's or MA's, and completes new staff orientation as assigned. Makes rounds on a timely basis to ensure continuity of care. Maintains HIPAA compliance at all times. Follows and performs all related unit specific policies and procedures, as detailed on the unit specific competency check-list. Utilizes job and unit specific equipment as required. Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned. Experience Generally requires 1 to 3 years of related experience. At least two years of Critical Care RN experience is highly preferred Education Associate's degree in Nursing is required. BSN degree is preferred. Any Employee who will be performing Point of Care and testing in the Operating Room, Neuro ICU, NICU, PICU, Pedi-ER, Cath Lab and/or Interventional Radiology areas, the educational degree must be verified at the time of hire. Credentials Valid Florida RN license is required. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment. Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
CNA Full-time
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

Certified Nursing Assistant shifts 3p to 11pm and 11p to 7am

University Health & Rehabilitation Center Miami, FL
OVERVIEW: Provide quality nursing care to residents in a long-term care environment which promotes their rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and their individuality under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Provide individualized attention which encourages each resident’s ability to maintain or attain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing · Knowledgeable of the individualized care plan for residents and provide support to the resident according to the care plan. Contribute to the care planning process by providing the charge nurse or other care planning staff with specific information and observations of the residents’ needs and preferences · Attend to the individual needs of residents which may include assistance with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, communicating, or other needs in keeping with the individuals’ care requirements, and scope of practice · Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of each resident in the delivery of services to them. Interact with residents in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment · Fully understand all aspects of residents’ rights, including the right to be free of restraints and free of abuse · Responsible for promptly reporting to the charge nurse or administrative staff incidents or evidence of resident abuse or violation of residents’ rights · Assist in maintaining a safe, neat, and clean environment; report environmental deficiencies to the charge nurse such as lighting or equipment problems · Protect the personal belongings of each resident including eyeglasses, dentures, hearing aids, furnishings, jewelry, clothing, memorabilia, etc. Promptly report missing items according to established policy and participate in efforts to locate missing items · Observe residents for changes in condition or behavior and promptly report these changes to appropriate licensed nursing personnel · Provide care that maintains each resident’s skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers, skin tears, and other damage by changing incontinent residents, turning, repositioning immobile residents, and applying moisturizers to fragile skin, etc. · Answer residents’ call bells promptly and courteously · Perform various tasks assigned by the charge nurse including vital signs, residents’ weights, applying creams/ointments, collecting specimens, etc. · Assist with orienting residents and their families to the nursing home upon admission and to the unit when transfers occur · Assist and escort residents for appointments such as beauty shop, activities, church services, etc. · Complete certified nursing assistant records while using proper coding of activities of Daily Living (ADLs) documenting care provided or other information in keeping with department policies · Follow prescribed safety and infection control procedures including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves where indicated, and proper disposal of soiled materials · Support an atmosphere which promotes a homelike environment · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · A high school diploma or equivalent; successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant Certification course or other education which meets state certification requirements · Must hold current Nursing Assistant Certifications in the state in which they are practicing · Must be knowledgeable of resident rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment. · Current CPR (American Heart Association) SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · This position has no supervisory responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT: · This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center. · Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. · Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal. · Incumbent may experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus · This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. · The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. https://info.flclearinghouse.com TRAVEL: · No travel is expected for this position
CNA Full-time
Regents Park at Aventura

CNA- Weekend

Regents Park at Aventura Aventura, FL
Regents Park at Aventura is currently searching for Full time, Part time and Perdiem Certified Nursing Assistants ( CNAs ) to work Weekends . We currently have 3 shifts available, 7am-3pm , 3p-11p and 11p-7a. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Basic Job Description: A Certified Nursing Assistant provides healthcare and support to patients in a medical facility. Their main duties include offering basic physical assistance to patients, feeding patients according to their dietary needs and recording vital signs. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Responsibilities/Requirements: Must have an active Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) License CPR certification Gives direct care to residents, such as, assisting residents to the bathroom, bedpan use, shower or bathe residents, maintain residents hygiene, change bedding, etc. Turn, reposition and move patients between wheelchairs, seats and beds Serve meals and help patients eat their food Measure vital signs like blood pressure and temperature Listen to patients regarding any health concerns they might have and report details to a nurse or supervisor Practices safety rules at all times to prevent incidents Documents completely before the end of the shift Personal Hygiene Care Answers call light in a timely manner. Places all belongings within patients' reach (call light, pitcher, glasses, remote, etc.) Serves and collects meal trays, assists during meals, sanitizes/cleans tables after meals. Assists with monitoring residents in the common area to maintain safety. Assists residents in admission and discharge including the inventory of belongings. Gathers supplies needed for the provision of care. Makes unoccupied beds. Assists residents in activity engagement of their choice and interest. Please come in person to apply Regents Park at Aventura 18905 NE 25 ave Miami, FL 33180
CNA Home Health Home Health Full-time
Right at Home Plantation and Stuart

Caregivers, HHA, CNA, Broward County

Right at Home Plantation and Stuart Davie, FL
$15 - $25 / hour
Right at Home is hiring compassionate Caregivers, Home Health Aides (HHA), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to provide personal care services to seniors throughout Broward County, including Hollywood, Miramar, Plantation, Sunrise, Davie, Lauderhill, and surrounding areas. We are looking for reliable, professional caregivers who want consistent hours, strong support, and meaningful work. What We Offer Competitive hourly pay Flexible schedules (part-time and full-time) Weekly pay Stable client assignments Supportive office team Opportunities for additional hours Job Responsibilities Assist clients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility Provide transfers and ambulation assistance Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed Perform light housekeeping such as laundry, dishes, and general tidying Provide medication reminders Monitor client condition and report changes promptly Maintain accurate documentation of care provided Additional Duties (if trained and assigned) Taking vital signs Assisting with range of motion exercises Assisting with mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs We Do Not Require Heavy cleaning or deep household work Yard maintenance or repairs Skilled nursing procedures Medication administration IV therapy or tube feeding Sterile wound care Qualifications Active HHA or CNA certificate CPR certification CEUs Reliable transportation Ability to pass Level 2 background screening Ability to communicate clearly and professionally Compassionate and dependable attitude Join a team that values professionalism, accountability, and quality care. Apply today to work close to home in Broward County.
RN Full-time
Ponce Health & Rehabilitation Center

REGISTERED NURSE

Ponce Health & Rehabilitation Center Miami, FL
OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty. Such supervision must be in accordance with accepted professional standards and current federal, state and local regulations to ensure the highest degree of quality care is always maintained. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Monitor the daily delivery of nursing care and nursing staff performance as they deliver nursing care to the patients/residents in accordance with established policies and procedures · Plan and conduct shift staff meetings on a regular basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and to assist in the improvement of services · Identify problems or potential problems in the delivery of nursing care to residents and implement corrective action immediately · Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director of Nursing as necessary · Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident's total regimen of care · Begin investigation of all accidents, including staff interviews, data gathering and report writing · Interpret the nursing department's policies and procedures to personnel, resident, visitors and government agencies as required · Ensure staff always maintain confidentiality of resident information · Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks · Delegate to each Charge Nurse the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary to perform his/her assigned duties · Make daily rounds of assigned units at a minimum at the beginning and end of the shift, depending upon the activity of the units · Follow-up on complaints and grievances filed by resident, families or staff. Take corrective action as needed and make reports to the Director of Nursing · Report to Director of Nursing all reports of suspected abuse · Ensure that emergency equipment/supply checks are done each shift · Ensure that the resident's environment is maintained in a clean and safe manner · May make determination of death when necessary · Participate in the orientation program for new assigned nursing staff in order to facilitate their assimilation into the work place within a reasonable time span and to ensure that each staff member understands his/her role, responsibilities and standards of performance · Complete written performance evaluations on the assigned staff following probation and thereafter annually, and when performance dictates the need, complete additional evaluations · Initiate corrective and progressive disciplinary action, as needed · Ensure that nursing personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards · Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the policies and procedures, including dress code as set forth in the Nursing Procedure Manual · Ensure that a enough nursing staff are scheduled and available for your/next tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained, and nursing care needs of the patient/resident are met · Monitor time and attendance of nursing personnel and take corrective action as appropriate · Make recommendations to the Director of Nursing regarding employee dismissals, transfers etc. · Identify learning needs of the nursing staff · Plan, schedule and conduct unit-based in-services as needs are identified · Monitor assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established procedures in the use of equipment · Recommend to the Director of Nursing the equipment and supply needs of the department · Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste · Ensure the prompt repair or replacement of medical/nursing equipment when necessary · Oversee the nursing care to patients/residents to ensure safe, efficient and customer-oriented services are delivered at all times. · Inform nursing staff of new admission arrivals and the expected time of arrival · Ensure that rooms are ready for the new admission · Visit resident on report daily in order to observe and evaluate each resident's physical and emotional status · Review the nurse's notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided · Provide direct nursing care as necessary · Start and restart IV’s when ordered and when necessary · Ensure the staff refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering care to the resident · Assist the staff nurses in monitoring seriously ill resident · Ensure that all nurses on your shift comply with the written procedures for the administration, storage and control of medications and supplies · Monitor medication passes and treatments to ensure compliance with physician orders and facility policy · Review medication administration records (MAR) for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders · Inspect nursing treatment areas daily, such as clean utility room, to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner · Meet with family members and resident as needed. · Consult with the resident, family and physician in planning the resident's care, treatment and rehabilitation · Assist in arranging transportation for transfers to the hospital · Participate in the implementation of facility quality improvement program for the nursing service department · Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing · Attend and actively participate in various committee meetings such as Infection Control, Safety, and Performance Improvement as requested · Implement recommendations from committees as instructed by the Director of Nursing · Perform Performance Improvement audits as assigned · Participate in and adhere to employee health, safety, security and corporate compliance programs and activities · Participate in the implementation and maintenance of the Infection Control program for monitoring and/or reporting communicable and/or infectious diseases among resident and personnel · Assist in developing safety standards for the nursing service department as necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Report malfunction of equipment and/or broken furniture immediately to Maintenance Department · Receive annual physical including appropriate screening for tuberculosis · The ability to conduct all activities within the resident abuse prevention manual · Cooperate with investigations regarding employee health, safety, security, and corporate compliance programs · Report all accident and incidents to Supervisor immediately upon occurrence · Correct unsafe or hazardous condition encountered, if unable to correct, report condition to immediate Supervisor upon discovery · Conduct all activities within established safety, security and infection control procedures and guidelines Conducts all activities within established corporate compliance policies and procedures · Observe and respond to all standing security precautions, devices and alerts as they pertain to work and common area · Respond to fire/disaster drills and emergencies · Ensure residents safety in accordance with resident safety program. · Follow safety features of the plan of care · Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure have attended the appropriate in-service training prior to performing such tasks · Ensure that the assigned nursing personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Ensure that all residents are wearing appropriate identification bracelets · Participates in mandatory in-service and job training · Assist the Director of Staff Development in providing off shift in-services as necessary · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred) · Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state employed in · Peripheral IV certification · Two years of clinical nursing experience · One-year experience in a management position preferred · One-year experience in geriatrics and subacute population · CPR/BLS certified · The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language required, knowledge of other language helpful SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · Supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty WORK ENVIRONMENT: · This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center. · Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. · Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal. · Incumbent may experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients. · Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary · Must be able to stay or return to facility during emergency conditions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus · This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. · The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. https://info.flclearinghouse.com
CMA Outpatient Pediatric Outpatient Full-time
Nicklaus Children's Health System

Med Assistant Primary Care - Float (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Health System Miami, FL
Description Job Summary The Float Pool Medical Assistant requires travel across NCPS offices in main campus, multi-specialty centers throughout Dade and Broward counties. Provides comprehensive support in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of physicians and/or clinicians across multiple care settings. The float pool medical assistant is a highly adaptable position as they support multiple areas in primary care, medical offices, and surgical offices as needed. This role requires additional training through multiple areas and versatile skills to adapt to the unique workflows, procedures, and patient care demands of various sites. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the float pool medical assistant plays a critical role in patient care management by performing diverse administrative functions, ensuring seamless coverage and high-quality care across multiple divisions and locations. Job Specific Duties Answers telephones, routes calls, takes, and relays accurate phone messages. Prepares and administers medications to patients as directed by provider. For primary care Medical Assistants; prepares and administers immunizations to patients as directed by provider. Communicates all significant changes in patient conditions or behavior to clinicians and physicians. Ensures all medical record/patient charts contains necessary documentation for medical appointments. Completes charting, collects, and distributes medical record documents related to patient. Gathers data for general information, special reports, contacting other employees, departments, agencies, and individuals for additional material. May prepare reports for provider approval. Maintains/prepares billing charge and reconciliation, assist in completing claims forms, and answers patient questions in reference to payment status. Runs reports for credit cards, super bills, and etc. Prepares final bookkeeping of assigned cash drawer and prepares and makes timely deposits. Maintains a clean and orderly work area and patient rooms. Operates and maintains equipment in proper working condition/order. Ensures medical supplies and inventory are maintained. Performs and documents vital signs and measurements. Provides and documents patient and family education. Assists physician with simple procedures and patient transport. Collects specimens and distributes to laboratory for results. Prepares for patient visits by preparing /pulling charts, printing super bills, and informing physician and other clinical staff of changes in schedule. Schedules appointments, diagnostic, therapeutic, verifies medical appointments, obtains and/or verifies authorizations. Processes medical documentation for office visit and follow-up with patient when required. Tracks all samples per policy before providing to patients to ensure proper coordination with physician orders or requests. Enters electronic order for lab, x-ray and medication/prescriptions for provider review and approval in electronic medical record. For primary care Medical Assistants; prepares and administers immunizations to patients as directed by provider. Processes refills as directed by provider and written protocols. Performs diagnostic tests and procedures as directed (e.g. EKGs, holter monitor placement, pulse oximetry, spirometry, point-of-care testing, glucose checks, injections, Phlebotomy) Supports front office and administrative functions as needed, including check-in/check-out and referrals. Cross-training to registrar role provided. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements Posses one of the following: o Proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program o Nursing Degree: ASN, BSN o LPN license from Florida - must maintain certification active and in good standing throughout employment. o Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license from Florida - must maintain certification active and in good standing throughout employment. o Current Medical Assistant Certification: must maintain certification active and in good standing throughout employment. o Certified Nursing Assistant (excluded in primary care sites) from Florida Must have a minimum of 3 years of Medical Assistant experience and current Medical Assistant Certification (OR) must have a minimum of 5 years of medical assistant experience and at least one of the above required licenses/certifications (CNA, LPN, EMT, Paramedic) or proof of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High School education or equivalent preferred. Fluent in both English and Spanish highly preferred. 1-2 years of physician office experience preferred. 1-2 years of experience coordinating clinical care for patients preferred. Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Basic computer and math skills. Excellent patient management, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills. Able to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills. Able to float to various primary care, medical and surgical offices while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high-quality service. Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment. Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical) Department: NCPS-PCC-MAIN HOSPITAL-3100-461690 Job Status: Professional
Home Health Aide Home Health Home Health Part-time
The Lakes Home Care

Home Health Aides (HHA) in Davie 33330

The Lakes Home Care Davie, FL
The Lakes Home Care is looking for a compassionate Home Health Aide to provide assistance in daily living and personal care services in patients homes in accordance with an established care plan. Responsibilities : Responsible for assisting patients with and per plan of care, the following: Baths, Oral hygiene, Dressing and undressing, Toileting activities, feeding, etc. Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency) Safe transfer and ambulation techniques Exercise according to the plan of care Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency) Patient’s laundry Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.) Observation and teaching of home safety practices Recognition of an emergency situation and knowledge of emergency management procedures Must follow patients’ plan of care and complete all tasks assigned Communicates in a constant, clear, and effective way with the client, family/caregiver and office Observes and documents patient condition and reports any changes, to the assigned nurse supervisor Requirements : Meets all training requirements in accordance with state and federal laws when applicable Ability to read, follow written instructions and document care given Possess and maintains current CPR certification in accordance with state regulation PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Successful completion of Maxim screening examinations Participation and completion of Maxim’s competency program Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements The Lakes benefits : part-time position. Flexible work hours where you create your own schedule Competitive salary Join our team of healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the lives of our patients through quality care and compassion. About The Lakes Home Care Services At The Lakes Home Care, Inc., we are dedicated to providing high-quality and compassionate care to individuals in the comfort of their homes. We strive to be more than just a home care agency; we aim to be your trusted partner on the journey to a more comfortable and fulfilling life for you and your loved ones. We offer a comprehensive range of home care services, carefully tailored to meet your unique needs. From basic assistance with daily activities to specialized care, our highly trained team is here to provide the support you need. Discover how we can help you maintain your independence and quality of life.
CNA Home Health Home Health Full-time
HomeWell Care Services

Caregiver/Home Health Aide/CNA

HomeWell Care Services Hollywood, FL
$15 - $18 / hour
Do you want to be treated with the respect you deserve? At HomeWell Care Services we treat our employees with dignity, compassion, and respect. Join a team that recognizes you are the lifeblood of the home care industry. We are looking for compassionate Caregivers to be part of our team and join us in our mission of enhancing seniors’ lives, one day at a time. You work individually with clients, one-on-one, providing a variety of non-medical services that allows you to form relationships with seniors who desire to age in place in their own homes. Providing Services throughout Broward County. RESPONSIBILITIES With dignity, compassion, and care, your duties include, but not limited to: Companionship Light cooking and cleaning Bathing, grooming and toileting Assistance with ambulation and medication reminders Transportation for appointments and errands QUALIFICATIONS CNA or HHA license / Certificate with 1 month caring for geriatric or chronically ill persons Exceptional communication skills Reliable transportation; if transporting clients, must also have proof of a valid driver's license and auto insurance Proof of current TB testing or Chest X-Ray Must be physically able to perform the duties of this position Mature, caring, punctual, and reliable Pass a criminal background check (Level 2) BENEFITS We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) We provide liability insurance We provide worker’s compensation We provide flexible schedules Daily Pay option, direct deposits available Career Growth Generous employee referral bonus Very generous client referral bonus Fun environment with periodic contests for cash and prizes If you would like to join our amazing team please go to https://hwsunrise.clearcareonline.com/quick-apply/ to fill out an application
RN Outpatient Outpatient Full-time
University of Miami Health System

Registered Nurse 1 - ODP & Spine Clinic - Full-Time - Sylvester

University of Miami Health System Miami, FL
Current Employees: 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, please review this tip sheet . CORE JOB SUMMARY The Registered Nurse 1 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. CORE JOB FUNCTIONS 1. 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. 2. Reviews, evaluates and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition. 3. Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning. 8. Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed. 9. Adapts to changing work demands and environment. Operates the appropriate medical equipment. 10. 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 relevant field required Experience: No previous experience required Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida RN license required Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders. 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. 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. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff
Surgical Tech Per Diem
Larkin Health System

Surgical Tech (Per Diem)

Larkin Health System South Miami, FL
Job Summary: The Surgical Technologist is an integral member of the perioperative surgical team responsible for assisting in the preparation and performance of surgical procedures while maintaining a safe, sterile, and efficient operating room environment. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse and in collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia personnel, Surgical Assistants, and other members of the perioperative team, the Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room, surgical instruments, supplies, equipment, and sterile field for operative procedures. The Surgical Technologist functions primarily in the scrub role, anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passes instruments and supplies during procedures, maintains sterile technique, assists with surgical counts, and supports patient safety throughout the perioperative process. Position Qualifications/Requirements: Education/Experience: Successful completion of a formal Surgical Technology program or an equivalent education/training pathway recognized by an accepted national surgical technology certifying organization. Graduate of a Surgical Technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) preferred. Associate degree in Surgical Technology or a related healthcare discipline preferred. Previous Surgical Technologist experience in an acute-care hospital operating room preferred. Previous experience scrubbing surgical procedures in multiple specialties referred. Licenses/Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or other hospital-approved provider required. Current nationally recognized Surgical Technologist certification, including one of the following: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST®) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); or Tech in Surgery – Certified, TS-C (NCCT) through the National Center for Competency Testing. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST®) through NBSTSA preferred. Skills/Requirements: Knowledge of surgical asepsis and sterile technique. Knowledge of operating room policies, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, terminology, and procedural sequence. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation, equipment, supplies, sutures, medications, and implants commonly used in operative procedures. Ability to identify surgical instruments and their appropriate uses. Ability to anticipate surgeon and surgical team needs during operative procedures. Ability to organize and maintain an efficient sterile field. Understanding of surgical counts and prevention of retained surgical items. Knowledge of infection prevention and Standard Precautions. Knowledge of appropriate handling of surgical specimens. Knowledge of appropriate handling and preparation of reusable surgical instruments. Understanding of manufacturer's instructions for use as applicable to surgical equipment and instrumentation. Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail during lengthy surgical procedures. Ability to function effectively in stressful, urgent, and emergency situations. Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced perioperative environment. Ability to recognize breaks in sterile technique and respond appropriately. Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, anesthesia personnel, and other members of the healthcare team. Ability to accept direction and work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary surgical team. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate professional conduct at all times.
RN Home Health Home Health Part-time
The Lakes Home Care

Registered Nurse Licensed (RN) in Miami Gardens 33054

The Lakes Home Care Miami Gardens, FL
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Home Health team. to assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. The Registered Nurse (RN) demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services. Responsibilities Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient’s condition. Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and information from health care members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses. Document the patient’s plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions. Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standard. Revises the plan of care according to evaluation, changes in medical plan of care, and effective/ineffective nursing interventions. Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meet patient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities. Other Registered Nurse (RN) duties as assigned. Requirements Current Registered Nurse (RN) License for the state in which the nurse practices. Current Health Certificate (per facility Registered Nurse (RN) contract or state regulation). Current PPD or Chest X-Ray. Current BLS card. One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred. The Lakes Benefits: Competitive salary Flexible work hours where you create your own schedule You can expect a 1 patient: 1 nurse ratio, tailored scheduling, and an ideal drive time when you work with The Lakes Home Care . Most importantly, you can expect a rewarding, memorable career when working in a home environment and caring for medically-fragile patients in your community.
LPN Full-time
Wilton Manors Health and Rehabilitation Center

RN/LPN Full Time 7a-7p

Wilton Manors Health and Rehabilitation Center Wilton Manors, FL
Purpose of Your Job Position The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct nursing care to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by the Nursing Assistants and Licensed Practical Nurses in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act; current federal, state, and local standards; guidelines and regulations that govern the Facility; and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services or Assistant Director of Nursing to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times Delegation of Authority As a Registered Nurse you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Job Function Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position. Duties and Responsibilities • Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care Facility. • Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this Facility . • Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedure Manual. • Expected to supervise nursing staff while abiding by scope of practice per position. • Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required. • Cooperate with other resident services when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the residents' total regimens of care are maintained. • Participate in Facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be requested. • Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the residents' discharge plans as required. • Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required. • Complete accident/incident reports, as necessary. • Complete all record keeping upon residents' admissions, transfers, and/or discharges into the electronic health record (EHR). • Receive telephone orders from physicians and transcribe as required by Facility policy. • Chart Progress notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to residents as well as the residents' responses to the care. • Perform routine and required documentation/charting duties in accordance with established policies and procedures. • Sign and date all entries and electronically sign all entries in the EHR. • Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and as required by Facility policy. • Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary and in accordance with established policies. • Ensure that narcotics are handled in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and as required by Facility policy and that narcotic records are accurate for your shift. • Participate in associate performance evaluations and making recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor concerning associate dismissals, transfers, etc. • Develop work assignments. • Make daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure that nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. • Meet with the nursing personnel on your shift on a regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying and/or improving services. • Understand and implement the Disciplinary Policy and Procedures. Instigate and/or escalate disciplinary actions for resolution. Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status. • Make rounds with physicians, as necessary. • Consult with the residents' physicians in providing the residents' care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc. as necessary. • Implement and maintain established nursing objectives and standards. • Notify the residents' attending physicians and next-of-kin when there are changes in the residents' conditions or if the residents are involved in an incident or accident. • Administer professional services such as catheterizations, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, etc. as required. • Ensure that personnel providing direct care to residents are providing such care in accordance with the residents’ care plans and wishes. • Attend and participate in all Facility in-service programs as required. • Maintain professional competence through participation in continuing education programs, seminars, and training programs. • • Monitor assigned personnel to ensure established safety regulations are followed in the use of equipment and supplies. • Ensure that established departmental policies and procedures are followed by self and assigned personnel. • Ensure work area, unit, resident care rooms, treatment areas, etc. are maintained in a confidential, safe, and sanitary manner. • Ensure self and assigned personnel follow established infection control procedures. • Review care plans to ensure that appropriate care is being rendered. • Ensure nursing documentation reflects that the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care or treatment. • Ensure assigned Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are aware of and carry out resident care plans. • Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of CAAs and triggers. Resident Rights · Ensure that all nursing service personnel including assigned CNAs/GNAs are knowledgeable of the residents’ responsibilities and rights including the right to refuse treatment. · Review complaints and grievances made by the resident and make a written or oral report to the Nurse Supervisor indicating what action(s) were taken to resolve the complaint or grievance. Follow the Facility’s established procedures. · Maintain a written record of the resident’s complaints and/or grievances that indicates the action taken to resolve the complaint and the current status of the complaint. · Report and investigate all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property. · Ensure that nursing staff personnel including assigned CNAs/GNAs honor the resident’s refusal of treatment request. Ensure that such requests are in accordance with the Facility’s policies governing advance directives. · Must adhere to all HIPAA requirements. Miscellaneous · Provide data to the Quality Assurance & Assessment Committee as requested. Working Conditions · Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses’ stations, resident rooms, etc.). · Involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies or personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. · May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, and visitors. · Communicate with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department directors. · May be required to work beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. · May be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). · Attend and participate in continuing educational programs. · May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. · Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents’ needs. Education · Must possess, at a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or
RN Full-time
Jackson Gardens Health & Rehabilitation Center

REGISTERED NURSE

Jackson Gardens Health & Rehabilitation Center Miami, FL
OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty. Such supervision must be in accordance with accepted professional standards and current federal, state and local regulations to ensure the highest degree of quality care is always maintained. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Monitor the daily delivery of nursing care and nursing staff performance as they deliver nursing care to the patients/residents in accordance with established policies and procedures · Plan and conduct shift staff meetings on a regular basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and to assist in the improvement of services · Identify problems or potential problems in the delivery of nursing care to residents and implement corrective action immediately · Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director of Nursing as necessary · Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident's total regimen of care · Begin investigation of all accidents, including staff interviews, data gathering and report writing · Interpret the nursing department's policies and procedures to personnel, resident, visitors and government agencies as required · Ensure staff always maintain confidentiality of resident information · Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks · Delegate to each Charge Nurse the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary to perform his/her assigned duties · Make daily rounds of assigned units at a minimum at the beginning and end of the shift, depending upon the activity of the units · Follow-up on complaints and grievances filed by resident, families or staff. Take corrective action as needed and make reports to the Director of Nursing · Report to Director of Nursing all reports of suspected abuse · Ensure that emergency equipment/supply checks are done each shift · Ensure that the resident's environment is maintained in a clean and safe manner · May make determination of death when necessary · Participate in the orientation program for new assigned nursing staff in order to facilitate their assimilation into the work place within a reasonable time span and to ensure that each staff member understands his/her role, responsibilities and standards of performance · Complete written performance evaluations on the assigned staff following probation and thereafter annually, and when performance dictates the need, complete additional evaluations · Initiate corrective and progressive disciplinary action, as needed · Ensure that nursing personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards · Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the policies and procedures, including dress code as set forth in the Nursing Procedure Manual · Ensure that a enough nursing staff are scheduled and available for your/next tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained, and nursing care needs of the patient/resident are met · Monitor time and attendance of nursing personnel and take corrective action as appropriate · Make recommendations to the Director of Nursing regarding employee dismissals, transfers etc. · Identify learning needs of the nursing staff · Plan, schedule and conduct unit-based in-services as needs are identified · Monitor assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established procedures in the use of equipment · Recommend to the Director of Nursing the equipment and supply needs of the department · Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste · Ensure the prompt repair or replacement of medical/nursing equipment when necessary · Oversee the nursing care to patients/residents to ensure safe, efficient and customer-oriented services are delivered at all times. · Inform nursing staff of new admission arrivals and the expected time of arrival · Ensure that rooms are ready for the new admission · Visit resident on report daily in order to observe and evaluate each resident's physical and emotional status · Review the nurse's notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided · Provide direct nursing care as necessary · Start and restart IV’s when ordered and when necessary · Ensure the staff refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering care to the resident · Assist the staff nurses in monitoring seriously ill resident · Ensure that all nurses on your shift comply with the written procedures for the administration, storage and control of medications and supplies · Monitor medication passes and treatments to ensure compliance with physician orders and facility policy · Review medication administration records (MAR) for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders · Inspect nursing treatment areas daily, such as clean utility room, to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner · Meet with family members and resident as needed. · Consult with the resident, family and physician in planning the resident's care, treatment and rehabilitation · Assist in arranging transportation for transfers to the hospital · Participate in the implementation of facility quality improvement program for the nursing service department · Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing · Attend and actively participate in various committee meetings such as Infection Control, Safety, and Performance Improvement as requested · Implement recommendations from committees as instructed by the Director of Nursing · Perform Performance Improvement audits as assigned · Participate in and adhere to employee health, safety, security and corporate compliance programs and activities · Participate in the implementation and maintenance of the Infection Control program for monitoring and/or reporting communicable and/or infectious diseases among resident and personnel · Assist in developing safety standards for the nursing service department as necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Report malfunction of equipment and/or broken furniture immediately to Maintenance Department · Receive annual physical including appropriate screening for tuberculosis · The ability to conduct all activities within the resident abuse prevention manual · Cooperate with investigations regarding employee health, safety, security, and corporate compliance programs · Report all accident and incidents to Supervisor immediately upon occurrence · Correct unsafe or hazardous condition encountered, if unable to correct, report condition to immediate Supervisor upon discovery · Conduct all activities within established safety, security and infection control procedures and guidelines Conducts all activities within established corporate compliance policies and procedures · Observe and respond to all standing security precautions, devices and alerts as they pertain to work and common area · Respond to fire/disaster drills and emergencies · Ensure residents safety in accordance with resident safety program. · Follow safety features of the plan of care · Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure have attended the appropriate in-service training prior to performing such tasks · Ensure that the assigned nursing personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Ensure that all residents are wearing appropriate identification bracelets · Participates in mandatory in-service and job training · Assist the Director of Staff Development in providing off shift in-services as necessary · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred) · Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state employed in · Peripheral IV certification · Two years of clinical nursing experience · One-year experience in a management position preferred · One-year experience in geriatrics and subacute population · CPR/BLS certified · The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language required, knowledge of other language helpful SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · Supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty WORK ENVIRONMENT: · This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center. · Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. · Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal. · Incumbent may experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients. · Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary · Must be able to stay or return to facility during emergency conditions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus · This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. · The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. https://info.flclearinghouse.com
RN Home Health Home Health Part-time
The Lakes Home Care

Registered Nurse Licensed (RN) in Miami 33127

The Lakes Home Care Miami, FL
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Home Health team. to assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. The Registered Nurse (RN) demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services. Responsibilities Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient’s condition. Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and information from health care members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses. Document the patient’s plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions. Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standard. Revises the plan of care according to evaluation, changes in medical plan of care, and effective/ineffective nursing interventions. Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meet patient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities. Other Registered Nurse (RN) duties as assigned. Requirements Current Registered Nurse (RN) License for the state in which the nurse practices. Current Health Certificate (per facility Registered Nurse (RN) contract or state regulation). Current PPD or Chest X-Ray. Current BLS card. One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred. The Lakes Benefits: Competitive salary Flexible work hours where you create your own schedule You can expect a 1 patient: 1 nurse ratio, tailored scheduling, and an ideal drive time when you work with The Lakes Home Care . Most importantly, you can expect a rewarding, memorable career when working in a home environment and caring for medically-fragile patients in your community.
CNA Home Health Home Health Per Diem
Actify Home Care

HHA CNA Home Health (East Central Broward County)

Actify Home Care Oakland Park, FL
$16 / hour
HHA and CNA jobs in East Central Broward County : Oakland Park, Ft. Lauderdale, Wilton Manors, and surrounding areas. Actify Home Care is clinician owned and operated , led by a Physical Therapist with 20+ years of experience. We are growing and hiring dependable, professional caregivers (CNAs and HHAs) to join our team. Why work with us? Reliable: Bi-Weekly pay (every 2 weeks) via direct deposit. Dedicated Support: We are clinical experts who respect and support you. Flexible: Work near your home on your schedule. What you will do: Help patients with bathing, dressing, and grooming (ADLs). Light cleaning and meal preparation. Medication reminders. Help with walking, transfers, and safe companionship. What you need: Valid Florida CNA License or HHA Certificate Current CPR Certification Card Health Physical and PPD (Chest X-ray). Level 2 Background Screening (AHCA) Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation Professional Liability Insurance (If needed, we can help you get this at low cost). Job Details: Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour. Status: 1099 Contractor. Shifts: Days, nights, and weekends available.
RN Per Diem
University of Miami Health System

Registered Nurse - Per Diem - GYO - Sylvester

University of Miami Health System Miami, FL
Current Employees: 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, please review this tip sheet . CORE JOB SUMMARY The Registered Nurse - Per Diem 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. This role 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. Reports symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs. Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders. 2. Reviews, evaluates and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition. 3. Consults with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. 4. 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. 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. Uses available resources to assist in discharge planning. 8. Plans, prioritizes, and adjusts assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seeks assistance when needed. 9. Adapts to changing work demands and environment. Safely operates medical equipment. 10. 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. Provides concise and constructive feedback when needed. 11. 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 relevant field required Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida RN license required Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders. 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. 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. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Temporary
RN Full-time
University Health & Rehabilitation Center

REGISTERED NURSE

University Health & Rehabilitation Center Miami, FL
OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty. Such supervision must be in accordance with accepted professional standards and current federal, state and local regulations to ensure the highest degree of quality care is always maintained. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Monitor the daily delivery of nursing care and nursing staff performance as they deliver nursing care to the patients/residents in accordance with established policies and procedures · Plan and conduct shift staff meetings on a regular basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and to assist in the improvement of services · Identify problems or potential problems in the delivery of nursing care to residents and implement corrective action immediately · Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director of Nursing as necessary · Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the resident's total regimen of care · Begin investigation of all accidents, including staff interviews, data gathering and report writing · Interpret the nursing department's policies and procedures to personnel, resident, visitors and government agencies as required · Ensure staff always maintain confidentiality of resident information · Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks · Delegate to each Charge Nurse the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary to perform his/her assigned duties · Make daily rounds of assigned units at a minimum at the beginning and end of the shift, depending upon the activity of the units · Follow-up on complaints and grievances filed by resident, families or staff. Take corrective action as needed and make reports to the Director of Nursing · Report to Director of Nursing all reports of suspected abuse · Ensure that emergency equipment/supply checks are done each shift · Ensure that the resident's environment is maintained in a clean and safe manner · May make determination of death when necessary · Participate in the orientation program for new assigned nursing staff in order to facilitate their assimilation into the work place within a reasonable time span and to ensure that each staff member understands his/her role, responsibilities and standards of performance · Complete written performance evaluations on the assigned staff following probation and thereafter annually, and when performance dictates the need, complete additional evaluations · Initiate corrective and progressive disciplinary action, as needed · Ensure that nursing personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards · Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the policies and procedures, including dress code as set forth in the Nursing Procedure Manual · Ensure that a enough nursing staff are scheduled and available for your/next tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained, and nursing care needs of the patient/resident are met · Monitor time and attendance of nursing personnel and take corrective action as appropriate · Make recommendations to the Director of Nursing regarding employee dismissals, transfers etc. · Identify learning needs of the nursing staff · Plan, schedule and conduct unit-based in-services as needs are identified · Monitor assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established procedures in the use of equipment · Recommend to the Director of Nursing the equipment and supply needs of the department · Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste · Ensure the prompt repair or replacement of medical/nursing equipment when necessary · Oversee the nursing care to patients/residents to ensure safe, efficient and customer-oriented services are delivered at all times. · Inform nursing staff of new admission arrivals and the expected time of arrival · Ensure that rooms are ready for the new admission · Visit resident on report daily in order to observe and evaluate each resident's physical and emotional status · Review the nurse's notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided · Provide direct nursing care as necessary · Start and restart IV’s when ordered and when necessary · Ensure the staff refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering care to the resident · Assist the staff nurses in monitoring seriously ill resident · Ensure that all nurses on your shift comply with the written procedures for the administration, storage and control of medications and supplies · Monitor medication passes and treatments to ensure compliance with physician orders and facility policy · Review medication administration records (MAR) for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders · Inspect nursing treatment areas daily, such as clean utility room, to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner · Meet with family members and resident as needed. · Consult with the resident, family and physician in planning the resident's care, treatment and rehabilitation · Assist in arranging transportation for transfers to the hospital · Participate in the implementation of facility quality improvement program for the nursing service department · Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing · Attend and actively participate in various committee meetings such as Infection Control, Safety, and Performance Improvement as requested · Implement recommendations from committees as instructed by the Director of Nursing · Perform Performance Improvement audits as assigned · Participate in and adhere to employee health, safety, security and corporate compliance programs and activities · Participate in the implementation and maintenance of the Infection Control program for monitoring and/or reporting communicable and/or infectious diseases among resident and personnel · Assist in developing safety standards for the nursing service department as necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Report malfunction of equipment and/or broken furniture immediately to Maintenance Department · Receive annual physical including appropriate screening for tuberculosis · The ability to conduct all activities within the resident abuse prevention manual · Cooperate with investigations regarding employee health, safety, security, and corporate compliance programs · Report all accident and incidents to Supervisor immediately upon occurrence · Correct unsafe or hazardous condition encountered, if unable to correct, report condition to immediate Supervisor upon discovery · Conduct all activities within established safety, security and infection control procedures and guidelines Conducts all activities within established corporate compliance policies and procedures · Observe and respond to all standing security precautions, devices and alerts as they pertain to work and common area · Respond to fire/disaster drills and emergencies · Ensure residents safety in accordance with resident safety program. · Follow safety features of the plan of care · Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure have attended the appropriate in-service training prior to performing such tasks · Ensure that the assigned nursing personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary · Ensure that personnel follow the established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment · Ensure that all residents are wearing appropriate identification bracelets · Participates in mandatory in-service and job training · Assist the Director of Staff Development in providing off shift in-services as necessary · Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: · Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred) · Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state employed in · Peripheral IV certification · Two years of clinical nursing experience · One-year experience in a management position preferred · One-year experience in geriatrics and subacute population · CPR/BLS certified · The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language required, knowledge of other language helpful SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · Supervises the nursing personnel and the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during an assigned tour of duty WORK ENVIRONMENT: · This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center. · Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment. · Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal. · Incumbent may experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients. · Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary · Must be able to stay or return to facility during emergency conditions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: · The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus · This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. · The employee must frequently lift or move objects and patients weighing over 50 pounds. Requirements: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. https://info.flclearinghouse.com
NP Full-time
University of Miami Health System

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (H) - Hematology, Sickle Cell - Full Time

University of Miami Health System Miami, FL
Current Employees: 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, please review this tip sheet . The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Hematology, Sickle Cell has an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers medical care to a wide variety of patients. The APP also examines and treats patients independently and in autonomous collaboration with other health care professionals, ensures proper illness and injury care and disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. May prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests. Advises patients about continuing care. APP CORE JOB FUNCTIONS Performs and documents complete physical examinations and comprehensive health histories. Functions independently to perform age-appropriate history and physical for patients. Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient’s age-specific needs. Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities 5. Implements interventions to support the patient to regain or maintain physiologic stability. Assists with the provision of care in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations. Monitors the effectiveness of interventions. Facilitates the patient’s transition within and between health care settings, e.g. admitting, transferring, and discharging patients. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals. Facilitates staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. DEPARTMENT OF HEMATOLOGY SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS The primary duties and responsibilities of the Hematology Advanced Practice Provider includes, but are not limited to: Clinical (Both Ambulatory and Inpatient) Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies. Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up. Writes prescriptions for medications and blood products based upon laboratory results, orders and interprets routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and postdischarge care in accordance with written practice protocols. Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care. Assesses and follows consult patients when required and independently of physician when needed. Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests and intervenes accordingly. Advises collaborating physician of appropriate information regarding patient care and reports to the physician the actions provided to the patients. Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement. Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the clients. Answers patient-related inquiries via all forms of telecommunication throughout the system (Telephone, Email, Secure Chat, In-basket messaging, etc.) Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care. Conducts or participates in multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for patients. Performs patient triage and determines the urgency of physician’s evaluation. Provides symptom management for side effects related to hematologic oncologic treatment. Assist with Peer-to-Peer authorizations and filling out medical forms for patients. Ensure that the clinic runs smoothly and efficiently, corresponding with referring physicians and patients to provide adequate coordinate of care to improve outcomes. Performs bone marrow biopsies, lumbar punctures with IT chemo, Omaya reservoir access, PICC line removals and skin biopsies if competency met. Act as a preceptor for APP students, fellows and new APP staff as appropriate. Ambulatory Specific: Rotates with colleagues taking weekend and holiday call from Sylvester patients. Responds to medical and oncologic emergencies in the CTU and clinics. Communicates with triage nurses regarding patients who need to be added to OCC clinic for symptom management, evaluation, and treatment. Inpatient Specific: Interacts with admitting physician, hospitalist, and other multidisciplinary teams. Prioritizes consults to present to attending physician and rounds with attending daily on patients as appropriate. Writes consult inpatient notes, discharge notes and dictates as appropriate. Rotates with colleagues performing Hematology consultations and inpatient care at UMH as per divisional needs. Research CITI certification within three months of employment Facilitates clinical research protocols and coordinates patient care with research staff. Review clinical trial options with patients and families. Interview and examine research subjects. Evaluate research subjects’ appropriateness for study inclusion/enrollment. Follow all regulatory requirements for human subjects’ research compliance and documentation. Monitor, Review study related labs and imaging, and provide ongoing follow up to hematology patients on clinical trials. Triage research patient communication. Report SAEs and AEs to designated research staff. Communicate with the PIs and Sub PIs with questions or concerns regarding holding or continuing investigational or standard of care treatment. Perform study related procedures if competency met. 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. Supervision Received: Hematology APP Supervisor/Director Division Chief of Hematology Collaborating Physician DEPARTMENT OF HEMATOLOGY SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications (Essential Requirements): State License Board certification CITI certification or within three months of employment BLS ACLS Minimum of two years of Hematology experience as an Advanced Practice Provider OCN or AOCNP preferred. 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: Master’s degree in relevant field Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida APRN License or PA License Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions. Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines. Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. DEPARTMENT OF HEMATOLOGY SPECIFIC JOB SUMMARY The Hematology Advanced Practice Provider’s role at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is to ensure quality of care through consultation, collaboration, continuing education, certification, and evaluation. The Hematology Advanced Practice Provider at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine may practice in all or some of the following clinical settings in both inpatient and outpatient settings: University of Miami Hospital- 1400 NW 12 Ave, Miami, Florida 33136 University of Miami Hospital and Clinics/Sylvester Cancer Center-1475 NW 12th Ave. Miami, Florida 33136 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. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff
CNA Home Health Home Health Full-time
HomeWell Care Services

Caregiver/Home Health Aide/CNA

HomeWell Care Services Boulevard Heights, FL
$15 - $18 / hour
Do you want to be treated with the respect you deserve? At HomeWell Care Services we treat our employees with dignity, compassion, and respect. Join a team that recognizes you are the lifeblood of the home care industry. We are looking for compassionate Caregivers to be part of our team and join us in our mission of enhancing seniors’ lives, one day at a time. You work individually with clients, one-on-one, providing a variety of non-medical services that allows you to form relationships with seniors who desire to age in place in their own homes. Providing Services throughout Broward County. RESPONSIBILITIES With dignity, compassion, and care, your duties include, but not limited to: Companionship Light cooking and cleaning Bathing, grooming and toileting Assistance with ambulation and medication reminders Transportation for appointments and errands QUALIFICATIONS CNA or HHA license / Certificate with 1 month caring for geriatric or chronically ill persons Exceptional communication skills Reliable transportation; if transporting clients, must also have proof of a valid driver's license and auto insurance Proof of current TB testing or Chest X-Ray Must be physically able to perform the duties of this position Mature, caring, punctual, and reliable Pass a criminal background check (Level 2) BENEFITS We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) We provide liability insurance We provide worker’s compensation We provide flexible schedules Daily Pay option, direct deposits available Career Growth Generous employee referral bonus Very generous client referral bonus Fun environment with periodic contests for cash and prizes If you would like to join our amazing team please go to https://hwsunrise.clearcareonline.com/quick-apply/ to fill out an application
Surgical Tech Educator Full-time
Cleveland Clinic

Surgical Technologist Educator

Cleveland Clinic Weston, FL
At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Job Title Surgical Technologist Educator Location Weston Facility Florida Weston Hospital Department Operating Room-Weston Hospital Job Code 001393 Shift Days Schedule 6:30am-5:00pm Job Summary Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education, all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale and Florida regions. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Surgical Technologist Educator, you will provide clinical education for surgical technologist caregivers and students within perioperative patient care areas, including orientation for new hires and transfers. In this role, you will promote caregiver growth and development through in-services, instruction, and other teaching methodologies. You will set standards and expectations through your conduct, work ethic, integrity, and character. While collaborating with the perioperative education team and leadership on educational initiatives, you will serve as a resource for caregivers by providing evidence-based information and research to support innovation in perioperative systems and assist Perioperative Educators with the clinical education of registered nurses. A caregiver in this role works days from 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and occasional weekend training requirements. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Lead and manage enterprise-wide surgical technology programs, including new hire orientation, competency assessments, the Surgical Technologist internship, ST needs assessment, and student project oversight. Function as liaison and as administrative, technical or operational resource for academic partners. Update, monitor and manage databases Act as liaison with committees, employees and academic partners Assist with scheduling, coordination, preparation and communication of student initiatives and clinical rotations Support adherence to accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. Design, direct, implement, and evaluate educational offerings based on the knowledge, skills, and learning levels of caregivers. Collaborate with nursing management plans and implement orientation for new hires. Identify learning needs and goals of caregivers. May assist in the interview process for new caregivers. Develop and utilize appropriate evaluations to determine the effectiveness of educational activities. Assist in the development of department-specific orientation and competencies. Coordinate continuing education, training programs, and caregivers’ development. Consult with individuals within the Nursing Institute, Surgical Operations, Infection Prevention, Cleveland Clinic, and the community regarding professional practices and caregiver roles. Lead enterprise initiatives related to process improvement and problem resolution. Collaborate with nursing management to identify clinical activities which facilitate professional growth of surgical technology caregivers and scrub nurses. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Communications, Healthcare Administration, or related field OR Associate’s degree and four years of related experience Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (Health Care Provider) Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the Associate of Surgical Technologists Strong time management and teamwork skills Computer skills and experience with software applications, I.e., Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint Solid communication and customer service skills Ability to travel to various Cleveland Clinic locations and flexibility with hours worked Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Two years of relevant experience Experience scrubbing multiple surgical cases across various units, including OR and GYN Preceptor (training) or lead technician experience Strong familiarity across multiple service lines and demonstrated proficiency in more than one specialty area Experience with Education Worked as an Instructor from a Surgical tech school Physical Requirements: Requires full range of motion; manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids. Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption. Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster . Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
Home Health Aide Home Health Home Health Full-time
The Lakes Home Care

Home Health Aides (HHA) spanish and english

The Lakes Home Care Hollywood, FL
The Lakes Home Care is looking for a compassionate Home Health Aide to provide assistance in daily living and personal care services in patients homes in accordance with an established care plan. Responsibilities : Responsible for assisting patients with and per plan of care, the following: Baths, Oral hygiene, Dressing and undressing, Toileting activities, feeding, etc. Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency) Safe transfer and ambulation techniques Exercise according to the plan of care Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency) Patient’s laundry Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.) Observation and teaching of home safety practices Recognition of an emergency situation and knowledge of emergency management procedures Must follow patients’ plan of care and complete all tasks assigned Communicates in a constant, clear, and effective way with the client, family/caregiver and office Observes and documents patient condition and reports any changes, to the assigned nurse supervisor Requirements : Meets all training requirements in accordance with state and federal laws when applicable Ability to read, follow written instructions and document care given Possess and maintains current CPR certification in accordance with state regulation PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Successful completion of Maxim screening examinations Participation and completion of Maxim’s competency program Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements The Lakes benefits : part-time position. Flexible work hours where you create your own schedule Competitive salary Join our team of healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the lives of our patients through quality care and compassion. About The Lakes Home Care Services At The Lakes Home Care, Inc., we are dedicated to providing high-quality and compassionate care to individuals in the comfort of their homes. We strive to be more than just a home care agency; we aim to be your trusted partner on the journey to a more comfortable and fulfilling life for you and your loved ones. We offer a comprehensive range of home care services, carefully tailored to meet your unique needs. From basic assistance with daily activities to specialized care, our highly trained team is here to provide the support you need. Discover how we can help you maintain your independence and quality of life.
RN PCU Full-time
Palmetto General Hospital

Registered Nurse, 5th Floor Step Down, Full Time, Day Shift, Job ID # 1851598

Palmetto General Hospital Miami Lakes, FL
Position Summary: The delivery of quality care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation/re-assessment. The provision of direct and indirect patient care in the Medical/Surgical, Telemetry or Step Down Unit. Communicates with physicians about changes in the patient's clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities. Position Qualification: One (1) year acute care experience preferred Successful completion of Telemetry course/or experience in telemetry. Basic computer knowledge. Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Required Licenses/Certifications: Current State (FL) Registered Nurse Licensure. American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications.