Registered Nurse-Full Time-Plastic Surgery

Description

Registered Nurse Full-Time

Who We Are:

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175 providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients. University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. 

Position Summary:

Provides professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients. Prepares equipment and assists physician during examinations and treatments. Administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, clean wounds, and monitors vital signs. Observes and maintains records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress. Utilizes automated scheduling system (IDX) to schedule appointments and phone triage.

Key Results Areas (KRAs):

· Patient Assessment

· Patient education/resources

· Patient procedures

· Exam room readiness

· Prescription renewal process

· Equipment availability and effectiveness

· Pre-certification/authorization effectiveness

· Effective telephone triage

· HIPPA/regulatory compliance

· Team effectiveness

· Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, 

· Knowledge of nursing, anatomy, physiology and medical terminology

· Knowledge of equipment, sterilize techniques and procedures of treatment

· Knowledge of OSHA regulations

· Knowledge and application of medical chart requirements

· Ability to read charts to ensure lab tests and reports are included for physician review

· Medical assessment skills

· Knowledge of IDX system - Scheduling / Registration

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Requirements

Education & Experience:

· Requires RN Certification and State of TN or compact state licensure Required

· Bachelor of Science degree (BSN) or associate degree Preferred 

· Proven experience in clinic or hospital setting Preferred

· 1-2 years’ experience in specific specialty area Preferred 

· Knowledge of nursing, anatomy, physiology and medical terminology 

· Knowledge of equipment, sterilize techniques and procedures of treatment 

· Knowledge of OSHA regulations

· Knowledge and application of medical chart requirements 

· Ability to read charts to ensure lab tests and reports are included for physician review 

· Medical assessment skills 

· Knowledge of IDX system - Scheduling / Registration

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Physical Requirements: 

While employee performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-25 pounds.