Clinic Nurse (On-site position)
Job Description
Job Description Job Description Essential Job Responsibilities: · Coordinates the collection of documentation required prior to the patient's visit including: labs, x-rays, physician notes, etc. · Assists as needed with patient assessments adapting basic procedures to patient medical needs and treatment stage. · Coordinates and ensures patients are in the room and ready for the physician to see. · Prepares equipment and aids providers during treatment, examination, and procedures. · Charts physician orders and documents treatment plan. Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to treatment. · Administers general nursing care and/or medications as directed. · Coordinates and assists with discharge instructions, follow-up care, diagnostic tests, and existing and new medication instructions. · Acts as a liaison between patients and doctors and answer questions or offer guidance for patient families. · Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems to support the overall mission of the organization; recommends new approaches and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services. · Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience: · Graduate of an approved school of Nursing. · License to practice in Mississippi · 1-3 years RN experience; Orthopedic or Med-Surg experience
Other Requirements: · Current Mississippi Nursing license and BLS certification. · Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and staff. · Exceptional organizational skills required. Must be able to complete tasks with a high-degree of efficiency and accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment with frequent disruptions. Must have the ability to work independently while managing time and workload appropriately. · Must demonstrate ability to analyze data and resolve complex problems. · Proficiency of electronic records systems. · Must be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently within interpretive guidelines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment. · Must be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and physicians. Must be able to demonstrate a strong sense of customer-focus. · Must have and maintain a valid Mississippi driver's license and be able to travel to all clinic locations, as needed. · Must have the ability to work overtime, as needed. · Must have the ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to successfully perform required job duties.