Registered Nurse PRN

About the role

Provides general nursing care to patients in the clinic. Practices within the Registered Nurse scope.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications per standing orders or medications written by physician.
• Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
• Prepares equipment and assists physician during treatment and examination of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports changes in patient’s medical condition; informs physician immediately and follows through accordingly.
• Educates patient/family about procedures and medications.
• Ensures patients displaying a change in medical condition receive immediate attention and priority.
• Maintains/reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.
• Ensures pre-op phone calls are made to patients and that these patients fully meet protocol for scheduled procedures.
• Responds to/ refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.
• Instructs patient and family regarding medication and treatment instructions.
• Monitors patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Demonstrates knowledge and expertise in the recovery of patients post-procedures.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise and professionalism when responding to emergency situations.
• Maintains privacy, confidentiality, and integrity of patient and organizational data.

Education

ADN or BSN

Experience

Minimum of two years professional nursing experience in a clinic or hospital environment, preferably in pre-op/post-op and/or surgery center.

Knowledge

• Acute and chronic protocols.
• Administration of medications and delivering physical care following treatment plans.
• Assessing patients with chronic medical conditions and understanding pathophysiology regarding disease processes.
• Health promotion principles and techniques to educate patients and encourage participation in their care.

Skills

• Insertion of intravenous catheters.
• Analyzing and interpreting medical records; gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic, and emotional patient data.
• Evaluating and revising patient care based on symptoms and objective assessment.

Abilities

• Making responsible decisions within the Registered Nurse scope of practice and clinic protocols.
• Offering education materials about procedures patients have undergone.
• Ensuring patient safety at all times.
• Open communication with providers.
• Collaborating with all members of the healthcare team.

Environmental Working Conditions

Normal office environment. Some travel within the community. May be required to work shifts ranging from 10–12 hours.