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JOB FUNCTIONS + The Hematology Nurse Practitioner’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 APP at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine may practice in all or some of the following clinical 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 + Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of Hematology 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/recommends prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols. + Requests/recommends written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care. + Assess and follow consult patients independent of physician when needed. + Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests and intervenes/recommends accordingly. + Advises collaborating physician of appropriate information regarding patient care and reports to the physician the actions provided/recommended to the patients. + Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement. + Facilitates the appropriate actions and/or implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the clients. + 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 hematology oncologic treatment. + Rotates with colleagues working weekends and holidays. + 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 note, discharge note and dictates as appropriate. + Performs Bone marrow biopsies, Lumbar punctures with IT chemo, and Omaya reservoir access. (Hematology APPs only) + 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 + 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. 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 d egree in Nursing Certification and Licensing: + Valid State of Florida APRN License. + CITI certification or within three months of employment + CPR + ACLS + OCN or AOCNP preferred or within one year of employment Experience: + Minimum of two years in Hematology experience as a Nurse practitioner 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. #LI-PI #DOX-3 The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: H15