Resource Nurse

Resource Nurse to serve in our Macon location.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Assists physicians and staff with daily coordination of patient care that facilitates care and physician access. Functions as primary liaison among patients, staff, and physician. Primary support for the physicians. Exhibits the 4 core values of respect, integrity, innovation, and compassion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greets patients and parents in polite, prompt manner and provides directions and information as needed.
• Ensures timely and efficient patient flow. Prepares patients and parents for vaccinations prior to their visit with physician.
• Uses eClinical Works to e-prescribe medication refills as per prescription refill policy.
• Documents immunizations in eClinical Works, and GRITS, as per vaccination policy.
• Maintains and reviews patient electronic records and other pertinent health information.
• Adheres to infection control and safety policies. Maintains equipment, instruments, and stock supplies.
• Documents all patient interventions per documentation policy.
• Coordinates and reschedules patients’ appointments; relays necessary information to staff and physicians.
• Maintains and updates current information on physicians’ schedules, ensuring that patients are scheduled properly.
• Performs nursing duties, including injections, immunizations, and other duties as required.
• Assists in minor office procedures, such as removing sutures as designated by physician, and obtaining specimens and processing accordingly.
• Assists medical assistant and clerical staff by providing clinical information needed when they are scheduling tests or treatments at other facilities.
• Communicates test results to patients and physicians.
• Follows pediatric telephone protocols and documentation per triage policy, and documentation of patient health data per electronic medical record (EMR) policy.
• Instructs patient and family on medications and treatment according to pediatric standards.
• Job duties include exposure to blood and bodily fluids; employee to use protective equipment as designated (see exposure policy).
• Complete all paperwork as needed (FMLA, Catie Beckett, prior authorizations, 504, etc.) in a timely manner.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to process information congruent with nursing knowledge base.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic and numeric systems.
• Ability to deal courteously with patients, coworkers, and insurance personnel.
• Ability to operate a telephone system and use appropriate telephone etiquette.
• General knowledge of standard office equipment such as computers, fax machine, and photocopier.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to hear sounds concisely. Ability to employ good organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, doctors, patients, and the public.
• Knowledge of medical terminology; demonstrated efficiency eClinical Works and other required computer systems.
• Maintains current licensure, BCLS

Education: accredited practical nursing certificate or diploma program, or associate degree, or above, in Nursing.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of government, legal, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act guidelines related to patient and confidentiality information.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 1-year professional nursing experience; pediatric clinical experience preferred. Triage experience helpful. Must have good telephone etiquette.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION: Active Georgia state nursing license; maintain up-to-date knowledge of American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations relative to pediatric patient care.

Pay based on experience and degree.

Pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Clinic

Work Location: In person