Clinical Peds Registered Nurse

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At GI Associates we believe in striving for the best outcomes for our patients, employees, and community. GI Associates is a growing independent gastroenterology practice with nationally recognized physicians and a dedicated team that provides compassionate, collaborative care to patients across Southeast Wisconsin.

• No weekends
• No holidays
• PTO & paid anniversary day
• 7% retirement contribution & 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible spending plan
• Short- and long-term disability
• Basic & supplemental life insurance

The Pediatric Clinic Registered Nurse assists the physician’s practice in the care of patients, directly and indirectly, by coordinating diagnostic and treatment regimens ordered by the physician and/or mid-level providers. The RN provides education and information to patients while ensuring that the patient receives the highest quality of care.

• Provides pediatric patient care, utilizing the nursing process (assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation)
• Demonstrates understanding of GI anatomy and physiology, disease processes, and GI-related diagnostic procedures and treatment
• Assists with prioritizing STAT, important & normal patient information/clinical results and conveys information to the appropriate staff in a timely fashion (physician, triage department, hospital department, etc.)
• Communicates test results and instructions appropriately and in a timely manner to patients
• Schedules necessary labs, endoscopy procedures, x-rays, or any other ancillary appointments for patients, with attention to proper insurance location
• Conducts comprehensive patient education with use of video, handouts, pamphlets, prep information, etc.
• Obtains any and all patient information (e.g., demographic, medical, billing) for all patient services provided
• Travels to all locations as needed
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality
• Maintains clean and organized workstation
• Works collaboratively with physicians, mid-levels, and triage to optimize patient care
• Utilizes PMS and EMR appropriately and efficiently
• Offers assistance and support pleasantly and willingly at point of service
• Manages physician’s schedule (demonstrates accurate and appropriate use of physician’s block schedule, accurately updates inpatient information), makes changes in physician’s schedule to accommodate patient care and facilitates patient flow
• Gathers and submits accurate information regarding hospital rounds
• Assists physician with endoscopy procedure documentation, follow-up, and billing in a timely fashion
• Documents patient care accurately, in the proper location in the EMR, and in a timely fashion
• Requests/precertifies scheduled procedures (MRI, Remicade, CT-guided liver biopsy, etc.)
• Rooms patients and obtains patient intake information as needed
• Facilitates a harmonious work environment, treating all co-workers with respect and dignity
• All other duties as assigned

• Current RN licensure in the state of Wisconsin
• BLS Certification required
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, family members, physicians, co-workers, and outside customers
• Two years of experience in Pediatric, GI, or Hospital setting patient care

• Maintains a safe work environment
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Three to five years hospital experience working in pediatrics or an outpatient pediatric practice setting
• Knowledge of MSDS and Blood-Borne Pathogens
• Knowledge of Emergency Plan and OSHA Standards