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The Registered Nurse is responsible for patient triage and education, assisting physicians during office hours and follow-up on prescriptions, procedures and tests. Maintain chart documentation to ensure all information about visit is completed and documented correctly.

Education: High school diploma/GED and completion of an accredited nursing program

Certification: Current State RN nursing license. Current CPR certification.

Experience: Must have a minimum of two years of clinical experience working in a physician office

• Adheres to the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Follows the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan, Privacy Standards, and Corporate Compliance Program Code of Conduct.
• Assesses patient needs by taking vital signs, history, and medication listings to provide physicians with condition assessments.
• Performs diagnostic tests and prepares equipment to assist physicians with medical treatments and procedures.
• Draws lab specimens and prepares them for transport, including completion of lab forms and computer entry.
• Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
• Assists with patient teaching, instructions, and the development of patient education materials.
• Triages patients to identify emergencies and provides immediate support while notifying providers.
• Compiles and analyzes medical, statistical, and operational data for outcomes measurement and program efficacy.
• Reviews treatment forms to maximize reimbursement and ensures all data is accurately entered into the Electronic Health Record.