TCHP Registered Nurse - Urology - Full Time Days

About the role

Interview patients to determine medical problem/condition and document in chart (EMR) for physician; when necessary obtain and record patient's vital signs including weight and assist physician with patient examination as needed; explain procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding and allay apprehension; maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs; manage lipids, protimes and phone triage of patient concerns.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to determine medical problem/condition and document in chart (EMR) for physician; when necessary obtain and record patient's vital signs including weight and assist physician with patient examination as needed; explain procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding and allay apprehension; maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs; manage lipids, protimes and phone triage of patient concerns.
• Follow up on physician orders and lab requests, obtain direction from physician as needed and inform patient of test results and any further treatment prescribed; provide explanation and education to patient; document services performed in EMR for billing purposes; observe patient, record significant conditions and reactions; notify supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatment, and significant incidents; assist physician in clinical care of patient.
• Document nursing history in EMR and physical assessment for assigned patients and initiate a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by the physician.
• Abstract patient records via the EMR; may sort or do chart prep on occasion but not as a routine part of the position.
• Use other EMR functions such as tasking, messaging, and disease management; use Centricity and other software as appropriate to support nursing functions.
• Respond to emergency situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol; maintain crash cart and defibrillator.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. The Christ Hospital Health Network does hire AD and Diploma nurses; BSN preferred.

Experience

3 years RN experience preferred.

Required skills and knowledge

• Defibrillator, blood pressure monitor, EKG equipment, treadmill and crash cart maintenance
• Copier, fax
• Computer skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Centricity (EMR preferred)

Licenses & certifications

• Licensed RN by State Board
• BLS certification required