What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic Nurse (CMA, RN, or LPN) position at REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER?
This is a full time position working closely with our new Occupational Health and Same Day Clinic provider seeing patients for both acute concerns and occupational health needs. The weekly schedule is:
Monday: 0945-1915
Tuesday: 0745-1715
Wednesday: 0745-1715
Thursday: 0945-1915
Friday: Off
Wage Scales:
RN: $32.14-40.60
LPN: $26.05-32.04
CMA: $22.38-28.15
This position assists Providers with patient examinations, treatments and procedures. This position is responsible for obtaining patient medical histories, performing routine laboratory procedures and collecting and preparing specimens for transportation to the lab in accordance with hospital and departmental standards and policies. The CMA/Nurse works with patients, families, providers, nursing staff, patient care representatives and ancillary staff to promote timely access to care, continuity of care, and to coach patients, families, and caregivers in understanding the patient’s care plan and self-care management responsibilities.
- Applies effective communication skills
- Prepares patient for examination by updating medication list and evaluating social and family histories
- Assesses patient’s vital signs, including height and weight
- Assists Providers in performing patient examinations and procedures: pap and pelvic exams, minor surgery, incision and drainage, aspiration, orthopedic cast removal
- Gives medications and injections under provider supervision
- Explains nature of examination, diagnostic tests, and/or treatment to patients at the Provider request
- Assists with the collection of specimens: pap smears, throat cultures, urine samples etc.)
- Instructs patients regarding proper preparation for tests
- Prepares and replenishes supplies
- Cleans instruments and assures maintenance of diagnostic equipment
- Receives and organize medication samples
- Assists with ordering medical supplies and maintaining inventory
- Performs lab tests as ordered by Providers
- Contacts patients with information regarding laboratory results, diagnostic results, changes in medication, scheduling of laboratory tests or procedures and referrals to specialists
- Advises patients on health concerns and distributes patient education
- Performs other specific duties as agreed upon between Provider and Supervisor to facilitate a smooth and effective operation
- Maintains obstetrical records
- Assists in ordering professional supplies
- Maintains HIPAA compliance
Salary : $22 - $28