Lone Star Kids Care

Contact Person: Lisa White, Practice Manager

Contact #: (972) 649-5480

We are seeking an Experienced Pediatric Registered Nurse to join our

busy Pediatric Offices in Allen / Prosper

This is a demanding position that requires phone triage and leadership experience. Effective communication skills are necessary. You will assist the providers in daily tasks and being in a leadership role while working with Medical Assistants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Telephone Triage: Interviews parents/caretakers and records information into the patient chart, responds appropriately as directed in Lone Star Kids Care phone triage protocol, obtains physician instructions/orders as needed, and sends prescriptions to the pharmacy as approved by the physicians.

· Completes FMLA’s, physical paperwork, school and daycare forms, and miscellaneous forms. Obtains physician signatures.

· Performs invasive procedures as directed by the physicians; urine catheterizations, burn debriding, injections etc.

· Assists medical assistants as needed to maintain a smooth and efficient flow to the physician’s workday.

· Receive and direct phone calls, schedule appointments, check-in patients, obtain necessary patient information to file and update patient records, and ensure all forms and consents are completed by patients.

· Check-out patients, assist with referral processing, pre-authorizations, and arrange laboratory services.

· Cleaning and preparing treatment rooms for clinical examination and assisting practitioners with medical procedures and other patient care.

· Greeting and interviewing patients, obtain and record patient medical histories, vitals, test results and other information for medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality.

· Draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

· Preparing and administering medications and or vaccines for patients as directed by physicians.

· Operates equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests, prepares requisitions for testing at other laboratories, calls for specimen pick-ups, and informs parents/caretakers of results.

· Delivering compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.

· Experience with electronic medical healthcare record systems, preferably with Office Practicum.

· Manage inventory of medical supplies and equip exam rooms with appropriate supplies.

· Manager Vaccine Inventory and Order

· Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager or as requested by healthcare provider.

Competencies:

· Problem Solve – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. Works well in group problem solving situations and treats people with respect.

· Teamwork – Exhibits a willingness to work and succeed as a team. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Gives and welcomes feedback.

· Cost Consciousness – Aware of excessive costs associated with materials used and takes great measures to decrease waste of products, vaccines, needles, syringes, diagnostic lab tests.

· Maintains equipment properly to reduce need for replacement.

· Time Management – All duties are performed in a timely manner to ensure patient and physician workflow. Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently.

· Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions. Follows through on commitments.

· Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

· Attendance/Punctuality – Consistently at work and on time. Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Qualifications:

Must be a registered nurse in the State of Texas. Credentials must be current and a copy on file. Must maintain the credentials while employed at our practice at own expense.

About Lone Star Kids Care:

At Lone Star Kids Care, our providers have years of experience in providing a medical home for the pediatric population in the Allen, Prosper and surrounding areas. Beyond being knowledgeable, board- certified specialists, they have built relationships with and love their precious families.

Company website: https://www.lonestarkidscare.com

Job Type: Full-time (40 hours)

· Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

· Work Location: In Person (Allen/Prosper)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics

Physical setting:

• Clinic

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Allen, TX 75013: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person