Registered Nurse - Pediatrics - Outpatient

Registered Nurse - Pediatrics - Outpatient

Essential Job functions:

• Assist the physician and staff with the daily coordination of patient care and physician access.
• Function as the liaison between patients, staff, and physicians.
• Maintain efficient patient flow.
• Deliver direct patient care within the scope of licensure and in accordance with policy.
• Collect lab specimens according to departmental guidelines and accurately label specimens.
• Prioritize patient care by implementing physician orders and nursing procedures.
• Ensure proper preparation for patient visit and prepare pertinent information needed for the visit.
• Communicate problems, concerns or issues to the Office Supervisor/Manager promptly.
• Ensure accurate patient identification prior to providing and/or documenting care.
• Employ appropriate and timely use of Tasking in EHR.
• Obtain vital signs (BP, temp, pulse, height, weight) accurately and document in EHR.
• Administer injections according to protocol and document in EHR.
• Demonstrate telephone triage protocols and document in EHR.
• Schedule appointments according to department guidelines.
• Adhere to universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposing of medical waste.
• Review and update medication lists in EHR; document known allergies; understand prescription control and refill procedures.
• Enter orders and schedule appointments in the Practice Management System (PMS) and EHR; provide referrals and/or consult orders as needed.
• Check and maintain logs for emergency equipment per policy.
• Facilitate transition of care to UCC/Hospital.
• Maintain proficiency with department-specific equipment and report malfunctions promptly.

General Job Functions

• Assist in ordering and maintaining supplies as assigned.
• Demonstrate flexibility with various work schedules.
• Other duties as required.

Physical Job Requirements

• Pushing and pulling, with attention to frequency and weight.
• Physical strength to lift heavy objects, carts, or items as needed.
• Physical mobility to move about the workplace.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Balance during climbing, bending, and reaching.
• Endurance for prolonged standing, walking, typing, and related tasks.

Environmental Risks

• Chemicals, fumes, loud noises, vibration, extreme temperatures, confined spaces.
• Allergens (dust, mold, pollen), magnetic fields, radiation, sharps, latex.
• Combative patients/visitors

Blood-borne Pathogens

• Exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, or tissue specimens.
• Possible contact with patients or patient specimens; unplanned exposure.

Education, Certification, Computer And Training Requirements

• Associate degree required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• New Jersey State Nursing License and BLS certification required.
• 0 – 1 years experience; 2-4 years experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to perform diverse work with accuracy.
• Problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills.
• Experience with standard office equipment and Windows-based systems; experience with EHR, PMS and department systems preferred.

Travel

• Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed.

Pay Range: $40.38 - $50.48 Hourly

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

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• Entry level

• Part-time

• Health Care Provider

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