CLINIC RN

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Clinic Nurse provides patient care in medical clinics by working closely with physicians, specialists, and other care providers to deliver short and long-term care to patients. Clinic Nurses assist patients from the moment they enter the clinic by collecting patient information, supporting patient evaluation, administering treatments and medications, as needed, and educating patients.

JOB DUTIES:

• Assure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies

• Conduct patient intake to help physicians develop treatment plans and strategies by asking patients questions about current symptoms, medical histories, and medication to provide physicians with a complete understanding of current medical needs

• Perform vital signs and other tests on patients

• Support clinic physicians by preparing equipment or instruments for exams and procedures

• Provide direct care to patients, including administering medication or treatments, changing wound dressings, applying topical treatments and/or administering IV or direct injection medication

• Maintain and clean exam rooms between patients

• Liaise between physicians and patients by fielding patient questions, relaying test results, scheduling follow-up appointments, coordinating prescription orders and refills, and other assistance that may be requested by patient or physician

• Maintain confidentiality of all information according to HIPAA and company policy

The Clinic Nurse assumes other responsibilities as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Analytical ability to apply criteria and evaluate information to make decisions

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; and excellent interpersonal skills in teaming with patients, medical staff, and the public

• Detail-oriented with proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Professional appearance and ease in developing rapport with others

• Computer skills including MSOffice, Outlook, Meditech, preferred

• Ability to move, position self, consistently operate various types of equipment, able to detect/observe/identify details at close or distant range with or without accommodations as well as exerting 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, required

• Current licensure with the State of Kansas, required

• BLS certification, required

• Basic understanding of federal and state regulations applicable to occupational and environmental health and safety, required

• 1+ years of nursing experience, preferred

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