Position Summary: The Scope of practice for a registered nurse according to CT State Statute Sec. 20-87a, (a) The practice of nursing by a registered nurse is defined as the process of diagnosing human responses to actual or potential health problems, providing supportive and restorative care, health counseling and teaching, case finding and referral, collaborating in the implementation of the total health care regimen, and executing the medical regimen under the direction of a licensed physician, dentist, or advanced practice registered nurse. A registered nurse may also execute orders issued by licensed physician assistants, podiatrists, and optometrists, provided such orders do not exceed the nurse's or the ordering practitioner's scope of practice. A registered nurse may execute dietary orders written in a patient's chart by a certified dietitian-nutritionist.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities: The RN works under the direction of Physician or Advanced Practice Provider.
1.Assesses health care needs of individuals and provides telephone and face-to-face triage to assess changes in condition based on standards of practice; assists patients with obtaining access to care based on patient need and request for care; responds to calls from patients and uses data to determine medical nursing needs and risk status.
2.Provides customer service, patient-centered care through telephone and face-to-face communications to assess changes in condition using established protocols and medical consultation about action plans as needed; responds to calls from patients, pharmacies, homecare agencies and family members; collaborates with community agencies and members of the interdisciplinary team, office staff, and other Triage Nurses.
3. Provides oversight of MAs and LPNs in absence of RN Clinical Manager/DON.
4. Must be able to organize day’s activities to keep a steady flow of patients through the clinical area.
5.Provide clinical direction for disease specific programs.
6.Perform standard laboratory examinations Hgb, blood glucose, urinalysis, ect and the corresponding quality control testing and log maintenance.
7. Administers ordered medications and immunizations as ordered by the provider.
7.Provide diagnostic therapeutic treatments as indicated such as EKGs, respiratory treatments, etc.
8.Accurate charting and proficiency using ECW and EPIC.
9. Assists provider with procedures and serves as chaperone when appropriate.
10. Participates as part of the Emergency Response Team during Rapid Responses or other emergencies.
11.Abides by organizational policies and procedures.
12. Provides independent nursing visits within scope of practice.
13. Participates in Pre-Visit Planning for assigned provider’s patients.
14. Identifies gaps in care related to annual screening exams and schedules patients for screenings as per standing orders/protocols.
14. Attends pre-clinic huddle with provider to plan for day.
Additional General Requirements: Professional positive attitude, understanding of customer service principles, trustworthiness, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Job Qualifications/Requirements: Annual nursing competency and validation. Completes all mandatory training.
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Experience: 2 years’ Experience as an RN in Emergency Medicine/Urgent Care/Primary care preferred.
Language Skills: Must speak, write, and read English proficiently. Spanish preferred but not required.
Licensure/Certification Required: Current RN License for the State of CT. Current CPR Certification.
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Teleworking: This position requires teleworking if requested.
Standard Requirements:
Supports an ethical standard, which complies with a code of conduct free of conflicts of interest.
Supports the Mission and Values of Community Health & Wellness Center.
Supports, cooperates with, and/or implements specific procedures and programs for:
Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee, and operations data.
Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
Cooperates and works together with all co-workers.
Plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.
Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
Follow up as appropriate with supervisor and co-workers regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
Promotes positive public relations with co-workers, patients, family members and guests.