What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse- Pediatric Genetics & Endocrinology position at KIDZ MEDICAL SERVICE.?
SUMMARY: Under direct supervision and working interdependently with physicians and other care team members, provides a broad range of nursing services following established policies and protocols. Provides quality healthcare services and is a professional caregiver who demonstrates critical thinking skills and scientific judgement in the anticipation and planning for the care of the patient.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct Patient Care:
- Provides comprehensive nursing support to Genetics and Endocrinology physicians and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) in the clinical setting.
- Performs thorough clinical intake for patients, including vital signs, medical history, and social history, with complete and accurate documentation in Athena.
- Performs phlebotomy and prepares specimens for submission to external laboratories.
Care Coordination & Communication:
- Triages incoming clinical calls from patients and families, providing appropriate guidance and redirecting as necessary.
- Obtains prior authorizations for services, including medications, imaging, and laboratory testing, for Genetics and Endocrinology patients.
- Manages medication refill requests in accordance with physician direction.
- Communicates test results to patients and families under physician guidance.
- Coordinates and orders genetic testing through online portals, paper requisitions, and other required systems.
- Utilizes established clinical guidelines and protocols to support decision-making and patient management.
- Demonstrates professionalism, courtesy, and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Documentation:
- Prepares patient charts in advance of appointments by gathering and reviewing laboratory, genetic testing, and imaging results.
- Maintains timely, accurate, and complete documentation of all patient care in accordance with legal, regulatory, and organizational standards; demonstrates awareness of and sensitivity to patient and family rights.
- Writes orders and records progress notes that will be reviewed and countersigned by supervising physicians.
- Responsible for producing patient letters as needed, including: accommodation letters, school letters, documentation for physical and occupational therapy, etc.
Collaboration & Team Support
- Ensures communication between staff & physicians; responsible for arranging appointments & follow-up; serve as a front-line resource to obtain records, test results, & other clinical information.
- Adapts effectively to fluctuations in patient volume, acuity, and operational demands while maintaining high-quality care.
Compliance & Personal Development
- Participates in continuing education to enhance clinical knowledge, skills, and awareness of current practices and technologies.
- Ensures compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, including patient confidentiality, risk management, and standards set by JCAHO, as well as federal, state, and local regulations.
- Performs additional duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Current RN license in the state of Florida.
- BLS and PALS certification required (may be obtained within first 90 days of work).
- Two to four years related experience or equivalent.
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
- Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline.
- Strong charting/documentation skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
- Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
Salary : $32 - $40