Registered Nurse - Triage Phone Nurse​/Orthopedic Joint Navigator; Rn - Clinic

REGISTERED NURSE - TRIAGE PHONE NURSE / ORTHOPEDIC JOINT NAVIGATOR (RN - CLINIC)

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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

Coordinates total nursing care for patients of all ages utilizing the nursing process; directs patient and family teaching; provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinic setting.

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR NEW EMPLOYEES

Full‑time, benefited position working 80 hours per two week pay period. Days of work are Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 4:30pm with no nights, weekends or holidays.

Job Functions

• Maintains the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and Clinical Services.
• Provides direct and indirect patient care for patients of all ages including pediatrics, adult and geriatrics, utilizing the nursing process including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation.
• Develops a plan of care for the patient and prescribes appropriate nursing interventions to achieve expected patient outcomes.
• Evaluates patient outcomes and modifies plan of care as patient’s needs or condition changes.
• Routinely perform administrative and clinical tasks to keep the office and clinic running smoothly.
• Performs telephone triage nursing, helps patients determine what type of care they need over the phone. Provide a cursory assessment of the patients and help decide if emergency treatment is necessary, make an appointment with a provider, treat themselves at home and/or coordinate additional resources.
• Obtains appropriate information for prescription refills or phone messages.
• Manage provider In basket communication for specialty clinic.
• Schedule appointments and/or schedule patients for return appointment or referrals.
• Orders specialized non-stock and stock items
• Have an understanding of billing charges
• Schedules surgeries for patients. Gives patient required information; obtains insurance pre‑authorization. Directs patient in scheduling pre‑op physicals, and post‑op call to patients etc.
• Coordinates supplies, scheduling, and registration of patients for satellite clinics and assists with patient care.
• Obtains medical charts from Health Information Services.
• Sets up exam rooms, prepares equipment and instruments in anticipation of scheduled appointments. Checks supplies before patient schedule begins.
• Update patient medical record in computerized charting system
• Collects and documents data from patient, including chief complaint, medication and allergy history, and vital signs. Communicates information to the physician.
• Assists patients to and from exam tables; assists patient with removal and replacement of clothing. Performance of tasks shall consider the age and ability of the patient.
• Explains treatment procedures to patients,
• Assists the physician by prepping patients for specific procedures. Has knowledge of physician preference and step by step procedure. Prepares tables, instruments and supplies as required for specific procedures.
• Prepares and maintains the sterile field for the surgical and office procedures.
• Decontaminates equipment/instruments and room in readiness for the next patient
• Prepares medications as directed by the physician for administration.
• Provides patient education related to the examination, procedures, and other treatments as prescribed.
• Completes lab and x‑ray order entry and escort patient to appropriate department.
• Authorizes drug refills as directed by the physician
• Changes dressings as directed by the physician
• Maintains clinical experience by completing annual competency evaluations and attending educational offerings. Ensures re‑certifications are kept current and appropriate to position/policies.
• Follows disaster procedures. Utilizes standard precautions and aseptic techniques. Follows guidelines for infection control and isolation. Investigates and reports incidents per risk management policy.
• Maintains supplies, equipment and materials for the practice as needed.
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