Registered Nurse (Associate Degree in Nursing)

Job Purpose:

Expected work schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekends off.

This position requires critical thinking and attention to detail, performs allergy tests and educates patients on the results and immunotherapy in general. Creates an allergy serum prescription in accordance with standing orders and mixes the corresponding allergy serum. Provides patient allergy shots. Provides guidance to other staff as an expert in Allergy, including Providers. Partners with the Allergy Lead and Providers to ensure patient safety and efficacy of immunotherapy. Primary focus for this position is in the Allergy Department; however, the expectation is to also deliver excellent patient care in all aspects of the clinic within scope of certification, license, and training.

Assists part-time in the Ambulatory Surgery Center, specifically as Circulator, Surgery Technologist and/or Recovery Nurse.

Training for allergy and ambulatory surgery center duties will be provided.

Job Duties:

· Perform Allergy testing as ordered by the Provider after medically evaluating the patient’s vitals and fitness for testing within scope of practice.

· Educates patients on environmental and food allergies.

· Interpret clinical allergy data to program Immunotherapy plan based on specific guidelines and mixes the serum with 100% accuracy.

· Provide emergency care with particular focus on anaphylaxis in partnership with Providers.

· Maintains and organizes the Allergy Department inventory in the auxiliary clinic including monitoring stock and supplies. Keeps the Department and Practice in general neat and clean.

· Partner with the Lead Allergist in all aspects of running the Allergy Department including teaching skills and emergency training as programmed by the Lead.

· Covers the Lead Allergist during absences.

· Assist Providers will all aspects of patient care including standard rooming, minor procedures, blood draws, IV and other tests. May be formally trained in Audiology upon the Physician’s preference.

· Assist in the OR and Recovery in the Ambulatory Surgery Center as needed in the capacity of Circulator, Surgery Technologist and/or Recovery Nurse.

· Counsel patients regarding surgery related questions based on Provider orders.

· Keep ASC equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies plus recommending repairs and preventative maintenance.

· Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications and keeping up to date on all licensures.

· Enhance Practice reputation by accepting ownership of responsibilities and requests; exploring opportunities to add value to the Practice and maintaining a professional presence.

· Other duties as assigned.

Skills/Qualifications:

· Preferably experience with allergy testing. Experience with Xtract a plus.

· At least one year of patient care, clinic experience a plus.

· At least one year of experience in the OR a plus.

· Ability to stay calm and follow protocols in an emergency situation.

· Clear and concise verbal communication with a focus on patient education.

· Affable bedside manner and the upmost professionalism in manner and presentation.

· The ability to partner closely with the Lead Allergist as well as other medical staff; take direction from multiple sources including the Clinical Manager.

· The expectation to work in multiple locations.

Education/Certifications:

Licensed Registered Nurse

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pay: $40.00 - $48.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40 - $48