Registered Nurse (RN)

Job title: RN

Reports to: Clinical Operations

General Job Description

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the RN will provide clinical assistance under the direction of a physician or associate practitioner within their certified capabilities. This individual will perform patient intake to include recording and scanning of all patient medical history and will secure patient consent for treatment when applicable. Individual will practice exceptional customer service, answer telephone and assist with daily operations of clinic. Communicates and coordinates information in a knowledgeable and courteous manner with staff, patients and families. Maintains confidentiality with patients, staff and guests.

Essential job Responsibilities:

· Performs all duties in accordance with clinical, OSHA and infection control standards.

· Adheres to and follows, including but not limited to, infection control, biohazard waste, sterilization and disinfection, medication administration and storage and controlled substance policies and procedures throughout the facility.

· Adheres to biohazard waste policy and procedure for proper disposal of biomedical waste.

· Ensures all related reports, labs and other clinical information is filed and is available in patients’ medical records prior to their appointment.

· Escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, takes required vital signs, obtains urine specimens performing dip/automated urinalysis and microscopic preparation and review when indicated and documents all clinically relevant information in patient’s chart.

· Performs clinical procedures, including phlebotomy, under supervision of physician or associate practitioner.

· Assists physician and associate practitioner in exam rooms.

· Assists physician or associate practitioner with the preparation and administration of injections.

· Assists with office-based procedures.

· Provides instructions to patients as instructed by physician or associate practitioner.

· Keeps exam rooms clean and stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintains instruments and prepares sterilization as required.

· Triages and processes messages from patients and front office staff to physicians and associate practitioners, to include but not limited to, pharmacy requests, test results, medical questions and concerns and responds as directed by the provider and documents in the EMR.

· The RN performs nursing functions and shared nursing responsibilities according to the scope of practice outlined by the Nurse Practice Act of the state in which the RN is licensed.

· Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.).

· Assists with training activities as needed.

· Maintains accuracy and productivity levels as established by department standards.

· Performs, organizes and streamlines operational tasks to reduce the potential for errors.

· Maintains patient safety and confidentiality at all times.

· Travels as required.

· All other duties as assigned by Practice Administrator or Radiation Services Director.

WORK EXPERIENCE

· Minimum of 1-3 years of hands on clinical experience working with a licensed physician or associate practitioner preferred.

· Minimum of 1-3 years of phlebotomy skills preferred.

· Minimum of 1-3 years of administering injections preferred.

Skills

· Exceptional customer service and phone etiquette.

· Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow.

· Working knowledge of medical terminology.

· Computer proficiency and prior experience with Electronic Medical Records preferred.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Requires frequent lifting of patients and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted.

· Adequate physical ability including sufficient manual dexterity to perform the requisite healthcare services.

Education

· RN licensure required.

· Active CPR/BLS certification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Urology

Physical setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 4x10
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person