Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Compensation: $29.02 to $38.46

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for clinical care within the Reproductive Medicine and Immunology Service (RMI). The RN's responsibilities are under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Reproductive Medicine and Immunology. The RN provides assurance that all clinical assignments are delivered with optimal patient care, provides consistent information to the RMI patients, and reinforces a positive patient experience.

Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short term and long-term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b)-retirement plan which includes an 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Full time staff are eligible for 3 weeks of vacation/ personal leave, 15 sick days, and 9 paid holidays, paid winter break, plus two floating holidays.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Patient Care Role:

• Assists physician with office-based procedures
• Functions as a liaison between the patient and the RMI Providers
• Ensures that all assigned patient care needs are met and that patients are seen on a timely basis by ensuring appointment schedule is followed. Informs practitioners of any delays
• Can be a resource to troubleshoot clinical issues arising throughout the day that are related to patient care. Under the direction and guidance of the RN's supervisor, may work with other departments (clinical lab, revenue cycle, front desk operations, etc.) to resolve them
• May communicate and coordinate with PSR staff regarding new patient scheduling, addresses patient inquiries regarding the Reproductive Medicine program
• May attend provider and clinical staff meetings as appropriate

Registered Nurse Role/Responsibilities:

• RN support for RMI Providers (sends out lab orders; ships kits as needed; responds to patient portals as forwarded by APPs)
• Reviews all daily lab appointments and determines necessary lab testing
• Order entry for all daily lab appointments and follow up with patients with lab results
• Reviews new patient charts for previous history; under the direction/supervision of the RMI Providers, determines applicable existing diagnosis
• Addresses messages on the RN line
• Under the direction and guidance of the RMI Providers, sets up and monitored IVIG infusions
• Assists with difficult blood draws or IV starts, as appropriate
• Dispense medications per the RMI Provider's orders and administers IM injections
• Patient education for Subcutaneous (SQ) and Intramuscular(IM) injection
• Patient education for medication, follow-up schedule, and treatment plan as determined by the RMI Providers
• Submits prior authorization for standard medications
• Sets up Gyne examinations as directed and guided by the RMI Providers
• Performs other related duties as assigned or delegated

Conditions of Employment

• Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check.
• Compliance with the current clinic vaccination policy.

Required Education & Experience

• 3-5 years' nursing experience in a physician practice, ambulatory, or hospital setting, reproductive medicine service preferred
• Perioperative Services (ASU/PACU/OR) experience preferred
• Active State of Illinois RN License required, BSN degree preferred
• Excellent phlebotomy and IV skills
• BLS Certification Required with ACLS Preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work as a member of a team and to interact effectively and maintain collegial relationships with administration, faculty, staff, and students
• Strong work ethic and high-level integrity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; set priorities; multitask
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize responsibilities, and handle detailed job tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work/interact with diverse populations; show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, strong customer service orientation
• Computer literate; proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat, previous EMR software experience
• Demonstrate a commitment to confidentiality and the ability to work with sensitive information, records, and reports
• Ability to treat sensitive/confidential information with appropriate discretion
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to exercise sound judgement
• Self-starter, self-directed, and excellent time management skills
• Ability to continually learn additional systems and software in order to ensure adequate support for RFUHC/CIL
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and develop process improvement with a drive for quality outcomes
• Proficient use of computer software, including Microsoft Office and Google Suite

Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

EOE, Including Disability / Vets