Registered Nurse Job Fort Wayne area,Indiana USA,Nursing

Field RN:
Hiring at multiple locations around Fort Wayne, Indiana

Pay:

Field RN: $31.15 - $43.61/hour

Start:

ASAP

Setting:

FQHC - Family Medicine

Qualifications:

RN license in the state of Indiana

Responsibilities:

Prior to patient’s scheduled appointment, reviews chart and observes previous provider notes and orders. Ensures any necessary prep work is complete.
Maintains and reviews patient electronic medical record. Charts pertinent health information, including significant changes. Reports test and examination results. Ensures provider notes and signatures are documented for all orders, consultations, and exams.
When in a primary nurse role exhibits strong leadership and directs assigned staff in the coordination of patient services.
When in a support nurse role, completes tasks assigned by the primary nurse.
Performs pregnancy tests, urine tests, hemoglobin, lead levels, glucose tests, EKG, Hgb Alc, non-stress tests, hearing tests, influenza, strep, RSV testing and vision screens.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments per provider orders in accordance with nursing standards and Clinic protocols. Reports to provider, patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments.
Provides ongoing teaching/counseling, including but not limited to: health status, immunizations, preventative health and health dangers, screenings, laboratory tests, personal hygiene, diet, birth control, physical exams, available community resources, prenatal, and post-partum care.
Consults with other Clinic disciplines to assure that patient’s health, nutritional, and environmental/social needs are addressed. Refers, as appropriate, to other health care providers, Clinic disciplines, and community resources.
Performs duties of phone nurse in accordance with phone triage protocol. Screens phone calls, consults with provider/staff as appropriate, and documents in patient’s chart any action taken.
Interacts with third party payers (example: MHS/MD Wise) to assure reimbursement for services
Develops and maintains ongoing knowledge of nursing policies and procedures and standing orders and implements as appropriate. Checks email on a regular basis to remain current on any changes that may impact the nursing function.