RN - Neurology Medical Group Outpatient

Responsibilities

• Coincides and develops patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and adheres to all established standards of practice.
• Supervises and mentors non-RN personnel.
• Serves as a resource for both staff and management in identifying and resolving problems.
• Organizes patient schedules and manages patient flow.
• Greet patients, document concerns, escort patients to exam/procedure rooms, and prepare them for physical exams.
• Conduct initial patient interviews, review medical profiles, H&P, and document in EMR/manual charts.
• Accurately document vital signs, weight, and report any abnormalities to the physician.
• Aid in specimen collection and testing as needed.
• Provide minor treatments and assist with minor procedures as directed by the physician.
• Offer education to patients and families based on their learning needs.
• Schedule patient tests and pre-certify insurance requirements as necessary.
• Answer telephone messages from patients and physician offices.
• End-of-month checks for expired supplies and restocks exam/procedure rooms.
• Maintain and clean exam/procedure rooms, and prepare them for the next patient and physician.
• Notify patients of test results and follow-up actions as instructed by the physician.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, in-service education opportunities, and participate in continuing education programs.
• Formulate and maintain effective working relationships with employees and other healthcare team members.
• Respect and protect patient confidentiality and privacy while disclosing information only for the patient's best interests.
• Show a positive attitude when interacting with physician's office staff, physicians, and fellow employees.
• Participate in and support performance improvement and risk management activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested to maintain high levels of service.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Valid license as Registered Nurse in CT.
• BLS Certification.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar position.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.