Registered Nurse

Description Interventional Pain Management practice seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) with a minimum of 5 years of experience to practice both collaboratively with Dr. Aldon Williams and autonomously to deliver high-quality patient care. Including, but not limited to, assistance with pre-op and post-op procedures including IV set up and ensuring patients have a smooth recovery following procedures. Must have strong IV skills to administer various intravenous therapies and supervise medical assistants. Qualifications Holds current active state licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Texas and complies with any applicable state statutory and regulatory requirements with no current disciplinary actions. Holds current BLS and ACLS licensure through AHA. Demonstrates current competency in the clinical responsibilities below. Clinical Responsibilities Perform and document preanesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient. Obtain informed consent for anesthesia and related services. Select, obtain, order and administer preanesthetic medication or treatment. Select, obtain, prepare and use equipment, non-invasive monitors, supplies, and drugs for administration of sedation. Manage narcotic log. RN must have excellent IV access skills and will be trained to perform various Ozone Therapies. Perform intravenous insertion. Dr. Williams’ practice is a Center for Wellness and Regenerative Medicine, as such the RN is expected to engage in the wellness concept utilizing invasive and non-invasive therapies, as well as the integration of pharmaceutical and naturopathic medicine. Assist with initial evaluations of new patients with acute and chronic pain or wellness visits. Assist with follow-up visits after interventional procedures performed by the physician. Increased clinical responsibilities may be added as additional education and experience is obtained by the individual practitioner. Patient Safety Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety Reports adverse events and near misses immediately to Dr. Williams Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates immediately to Dr. Williams Nonclinical Responsibilities Administrative oversight of the office Supervision of clinical and nonclinical staff Quality assessment and quality assurance as related to Federal, State & Local regulations Education of staff related to core competencies. Specifics to be delineated as needed. Follow OSHA requirements for Texas including Emergency Action Plan, Exposure Control Plan, Notice to employees, Material Safety Datasheet, etc. Manage infection control, aseptic techniques, and cleaning methods. Keeps staff’s CPR/TB requirements and vaccines up to date. Medical title up to date. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This position has extensive patient contact, and the individual (RN) should possess an approachable, friendly, professional and “people-oriented” disposition. Demonstrates strong management/leadership skills to supervise medical assistants in clinical and nonclinical office/work duties. Possesses experience with electronic medical record technology and be willing to learn and fully utilize specific EMR in the practice. Current certification in basic CPR or ability to be certified Current certification in ACLS or ability to be certified Familiar with infection control, aseptic techniques, and cleaning methods Other This RN position could be either a part-time or full-time position. This is an out-patient facility, no hospital call. Work will be performed in two locations: Locations Boerne Office (916 River Road) San Antonio Office (4242 Woodcock Drive, Suite 100) (every other Thursday). #J-18808-Ljbffr ALDON B. WILLIAMS, MDPA