What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic Nurse position at Hyacinth Foundation A New Jersey?
Description
Under the supervision of the Clinic Manager, performs assigned duties relating to the implementation
and evaluation of community health worker services.
Approximate Percentage of Time Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities
70% Client Services
- Interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s chart. Provide instructions to patient as directed by physician.
- Provide excellent Customer Service to all clients / participants
- Triage patients and assist physician in exam rooms.
- Conduct and secure prior authorizations for patient’s medication and treatment.
- Provide adult immunizations using the most recent Center for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.
- Obtain specimens for hepatitis B and C testing.
- Provide STD testing with provision of results to the client under the direction of NJ’s STD program. Treat individuals with positive results as appropriate, or refer to a health care provider and report all reportable positive results to the local health department.
- Provide point of care pregnancy testing with provision of results to the client. Refer 100% of pregnant women not already linked to obstetrical care to care.
- Provide education on basic wound management services, overdose prevention and safer injection techniques.
- Maintain an appropriate medical record for all patients as required by the New Jersey Board of Nursing and the Board of Medical Examiners.
- Ensure all related reports, laboratory tests and information is filed and is available in patients’ medical records prior to their appointment.
- Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and prepare sterilizations as required.
- Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, oxygen, etc.)
- Arrange for medical oversight by a physician as required by the New Jersey Board of Nursing and the Board of Medical Examiners. Arrange for the provision of standing orders for all immunizations and laboratory testing by a physician with an active license from the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners as well as appropriate malpractice coverage.
15% Reporting / Monitoring
- Establish, maintain, and update client case records using approved agency forms and procedures · Ensure confidentiality of all records · Prepare monthly reports in accordance with agency policies and procedures · Maintain and update client information in EMR
10% Hyacinth Representation / Advocacy
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and supervisory conferences
- Maintain working relationships with other community providers
- Observe established administrative procedures
- Provide written reports and maintain statistics as required
- Represent the agency at community events, meetings, and conferences
- Adhere to Hyacinth policies and procedures including customers confidentiality provisions
5% Training and Certifications
- Attend and participate in staff training opportunities
Requirements
Requirements/Qualifications
- Required Minimum Education: RN
- Required Years of Related Experience: 2-4 years
- A minimum of four years’ experience in the field of HIV / AIDS or social service support