Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

Registered Nurse

Dept Number/Name: 0-6119-000 / Dept of Pediatrics College Division: USF Health- Morsani College of Medicine Salary Plan: Staff- Grant Funded (Time-limited) Job Code/Title: 5290 / Registered Nurse Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $62,000 - $65,000 annually Position Number: 00018247 ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY: The Pediatric Infectious Disease Division is responsible for managing inpatient and outpatient care for Pediatric Infectious Disease. The division also provides services under several grants, engaged in prevention, and support of youth and adolescents that are, or could be, impacted by HIV/AIDS. RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate and maintain clinical care of patients by reviewing and preparing charts for clinics. Triaging patient phone calls to determine priority of service, refilling medications as required, obtaining authorizations for medications/tests as required. Collects, updates and maintains patient's labs data, and patient information in client database. Attends and performs all clinical nursing functions at required clinics, assisting physician/ARNP with special exams, and medication administration as needed. Assumes the role of Discharge Planner/ Organizer and clinic coordinator during daily clinics. Performs other professional nursing and related administrative duties as assigned. Collaborate with all members of the health care team in the process of addressing changes in clients' needs and providing tools/resources along with other team members participation to assure for a comprehensive individualized, cost effective plan. Establish working relationships with referral sources. Arrange and coordinate services with outside agencies for supplies and equipment. Work in conjunction with Developmental Services, Child Protection Teams, child advocacy groups, support groups, and DCF. Consult with schools nurses, faculty counselors, and social workers assisting in the development of the Individual Education Plan. Manage and maintain documentation records required for mandatory reports for sponsoring agencies and grant funding sources. Collaborate with Departmental Coordinator to complete required reporting documentation. Maintain working knowledge of computer programs required to perform office activities, including but not limited to MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook and electronic medical record systems. Engage in professional development activities by attending professional learning opportunities, meetings and supporting governmental and community agencies. Adheres to DOH Information Security Policies, Protocols and Procedures to ensure the physical security and protection of confidential information are maintained. Demonstrate an understanding of legal and ethical issues pertaining to confidentiality of client information and restrictions on the release of confidential information. Ensure appropriate communication with other staff members, completes other duties as assigned or necessary. Answering office phones, copying materials, entry of lab data, tracking patient information, requests and pick up of medical records, purchase patient supplies. Performs general office duties as needed. Other Duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM: * This position requires licensure as a registered nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, or eligibility to practice nursing in accordance with Chapter 64 B9, Florida Administrative Code. PREFERRED: * Previous Pediatric experience. USF Health Information for Applicants This position is subject to a Level 2 criminal background check. Job Opening Number: 38031 Original Posting Date: 10/15/2024 Posting End Date: 11/29/2024 How to Claim Veteran's Preference: This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans' Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING APPLICATION; such documentation is required for eligibility determination. Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. If you are submitting a DD 214, please ensure the social security number and date of birth is redacted/removed. For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272. How To Apply Click on the Apply Now button. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload a cover letter and resume. Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position. 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