Job description
Description
Performs clinical support duties, under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor;
Essential Functions:
- Uses nursing judgement to evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow.
- Conducts a nursing assessment by taking a patient history and physical assessment and by obtaining vital signs and other medical tests (EKG, audiometry, spirometry, vision).
- Administers childhood immunizations and issues certificates following Vaccines for Children guidelines
- Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives
- Collaborates with Physician or other Advanced Practice Provider to arrange for further medical treatment, when needed.
- Performs telephone and walk-in triage duties
- Respond to/refer incoming patient phone calls related to medication refills, renewals, prior-authorizations, laboratory results and all other medical related telephone communication
- Conducts appropriate laboratory tests and quality control procedures.
- Documents accurately all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications administered, discharge instructions provided, and follow up care arranged.
- Evaluates health education/promotion needs of patients and provides necessary training and instruction.
- Identifies emergency situations and provides care within legal scope of practice.
- Administers medications and medical treatments as directed by a Physician or Advanced Practice Provider
- Maintains medical records using eClinical works, SIMON and VAMS
- Maintains a clean and safe environment. Follows infection control procedures.
- Maintains patient privacy and confidential patient information.
- Other duties as assigned.
Salary Range- $28-$34 per hour
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