Covenant HealthCare

Summary:
The Specialty Office RN demonstrates excellent customer service performance in that his/her attitude and actions are at all times consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission and Values of Covenant and the commitment to Keeping Our Promise of Caring. This individual appropriately cares for patients of all ages; assists providers in procedures; accesses appropriate reference/resource manuals as needed; accurately documents all patient care interactions; performs assigned duties as scheduled and meets deadlines. This job also requires the collection of patient data and appropriate communication of results; placing patient needs as a priority; empathizing with patients; maintaining strict confidentiality; remaining calm and composed in difficult situations; prioritizing and organizing to optimize available resources; adhering to policies and procedures and leading others by example.

Responsibilities:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Successful completion of a Degreed Nursing program.
• Current state licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• BCLS certification required, ACLS if required by specialty.
• Pharmacology exam score of 85% or greater.
• Two years’ experience as a direct patient care provider required.

• Knowledge of medication side effects and how to effectively communicate to patients.
• Knowledge of proper “release of information” standards.
• If applicable, working knowledge of specialty in which employed.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer/typing skills
• Ability to properly obtain/perform the following as needed: - E.K.G. - A.E.D. use (Auto. Ext. Defibrillator) - Tympanometry - B.C.L.S. (CPR) - TB testing - Venipuncture technique - Waived lab testing - Specimen collections - Vision testing - Patient education - Vital signs
• Ability to properly administer medications, including proper dosage, proper site and proper schedule.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful/difficult situations.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.