Registered Nurse for Nexton Procedure Center

General Summary

The Registered Nurse is responsible for patient triage and education, assisting physicians during office hours and follow-up on prescriptions, procedures and tests. Maintain chart documentation to ensure all information about visit is completed and documented correctly.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Adheres to the HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Demonstrates support for the compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Aids in the assessment of patient needs and treatment plan by taking vital signs, blood pressure, patient history, medication listing, and determining chief complaint.
• Provides Physicians with assessments of patient condition.
• Performs tests as directed by physician.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures.
• Draws lab specimens and prepares them for lab transport, including completion of lab forms and/or computer entry.
• Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
• Aids in patient teaching and instructions.
• Triage patients to determine which are emergencies and provides immediate support if deemed necessary.
• Notifies provider of medical emergencies.
• Aid in the development and documentation of patient care protocols and procedures and patient education materials.
• Compiles and analyzes variety of medical, statistical, and operational data and prepare reports for outcomes measurement and program efficacy.
• Reviews treatment forms to verify data required to maximize reimbursement has been identified.
• Routes relevant information from patient to appropriate department personnel.
• Ensures information is appropriately entered into Electronic Health Record.

Education

• High school diploma/GED
• Completion of an accredited nursing program

Certification

• Current State RN nursing license.
• Current CPR certification.

Experience

• Must have a minimum of two years of clinical experience working in a physician office.

Pay

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Schedule

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Benefits

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