What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN / LPN - Specialty position at Rowan Diagnostic Clinic, PA?
Renders nursing care to patients in the pre-procedure area, procedure room, recovery room in terms of individual needs, according to standard techniques and established policies and procedures. Works cooperatively with physicians and other staff members
Job Relationships:
A. Responsible to Nurse Manager
B. Assignments received from Nurse Manager
C. Positions Supervised: LPNs, Endoscopy Technicians, Medical Assistants
Core Processes and Activities:
A summary of the major job duties include the following. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, as needed and may change over time.
- Provides patient care in the Endoscopy Center under the direction of the RNs and the physicians.
- Oversees LPNs and reviews documentation in the EMR.
- Practices effective interpersonal communication skills.
- Maintains clinical and professional competency according to policy, procedure, and protocols and as appropriate for the ages of patients served.
- Performs job duties in compliance with established safety and infection control standards.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
The following qualifications are the minimum necessary to adequately perform this job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required.
Education:
Completion of an RN or LPN program leading to RN / LPN licensure with the NC Board of Nursing
Current BLS certification
Current ACLS certification is preferred
Work Experience: Previous endoscopy experience preferred.
Knowledge, Sills, and Abilities required include:
Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs and is able to modify patient care accordingly.
Computer skills with solid keyboard skills and experience with EndoSoft and eClinicalworks is preferred.