Description

Job Summary:

The Specialty Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for direct patient care per physician instructions and in keeping with license training limitations. The Specialty RN Assists with clinical documentation for specialty providers, assists with completion of prior authorization for prescribed medications. The Specialty RN routes and maintains patient flow, delivers care and handles emergencies as they occur.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Qualifications

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assesses patients’ condition and medical needs
• Assists with Clinical documentation for specialty providers
• Assists with completion of prior authorization for prescribed medications
• Assists in performing waived laboratory tests
• Attends nursing in service and continuing education programs
• Evaluates walk-in patients and makes appropriate decisions
• Identifies primary patient problem(s) and classifies problems as emergent, urgent or non- urgent
• Informs providers of abnormal, acute or threatening conditions
• Maintains a clean, pleasant and safe clinic environment
• Maintains accurate and legible patient information and records
• Manages the care of patients in collaboration with other health professionals and members of the healthcare team in order to make decisions about treatment and attain health goals.
• Oversees tracking of referrals and tests performed off site
• Prepares and administers medications
• Provides medical care, education, instruction and referrals under supervision of provider
• Receives and responds appropriately to telephone inquiries from patients
• Records and documents patient information and encounters per protocol
• Responds to requests for medication refills using clinical protocols
• Reviews lab, x-ray and emergency room reports and responds as appropriate
• Using established protocols, summons patients and prepares them to be seen by providers
• Works closely with team members to prepare pre-visit paperwork
• Performs other duties, as required

Competencies

• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain high level of organization
• Ability to learn reasonably quickly
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to relate to persons of various economic levels and cultures
• Ability to remain relaxed and calm under stressful situations
• Ability to speak and write fluently in English; Spanish desirable
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively
• Above average level of interest in working with people and data
• Cooperative and non-competitive attitude with ability to take initiative
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism and superior customer service skills while working in a fast-paced, moderately stressful environment
• Familiarity with local mental health and social service networks
• High proficiency in nursing procedures and use of medical equipment appropriate to the job
• Patient and staff friendly with excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in use of telephone system, computer, and basic office equipment
• Working knowledge of adult and/or pediatric nursing and medications

Education and Experience:

• BSN, Registered Nurse Diploma or Certification, must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing
• CPR certified
• Currently licensed to practice in the State of Illinois
• Two (2) years of successful experience in a clinical setting preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Essential Duties & Responsibilities Ability to stand for extended periods of time, hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to deliver medical services and use equipment.
• Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissues, contagious diseases and/or other potentially hazardous materials
• Fine motor coordination sufficient to perform manipulative skills
• moderate physical exertion including frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching and carrying moderately heavy loads (up to 25 lbs.)

Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off- 18 days off 1^st year, increases with seniority. Days may be used as vacation, sick or personal at your discretion.
• Paid Holidays- 6 days, along with 1 additional day (day after Thanksgiving)
• Retirement Plan- 401k which includes; Beginning on the 13th month of employment: a safe harbor non-elective contribution equal to 3% of employee’s bi-weekly pay and match 50 cents on the dollar up to the first 4% that the employee contributes
• Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Optional benefits- Health Insurance, voluntary benefits include dental, vision, additional life, critical care and accident (significant employer contribution towards health insurance benefit)
• Health Club/Fitness Reimbursement (through BCBS plan)
• Employee Assistance Program