Registered Nurse

Clinic & Injection Room Nurse (MA/LPN/RN)Location: 601 W Nifong Blvd, Suite 2B, Columbia, MO 65203Travel: Yes, to other clinic locationsFLSA Status: Non-Exempt, HourlyWork Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.About Family Allergy & Asthma:Founded in 1979, Family Allergy & Asthma is one of the nation's leading allergy and asthma practice groups, serving patients across Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee. With more than 100 allergists, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered allergy and immunology care. Our comprehensive services include:Allergy and asthma evaluation and treatmentEnvironmental, food, and drug allergy testingPulmonary function testingHigh-risk food challengesSublingual immunotherapyAspirin desensitizationFood immunotherapyPosition Summary:The Clinic & Injection Room Nurse (MA/LPN/RN) is responsible for demonstrating knowledge and application of job duties within scope of practice and functions under the direction of their manager(s) and/or Director(s); respectfully interacts with all levels of staff; provides direct nursing care during assigned duty hours; participates in department activities; promotes independence; adherence to the attendance policy; encourages socialization; advocates for the quality of life of our patients while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws, regulatory and organizational standards; supports the company's core values.Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: Clinic Nurse:Get rooms ready for patients and prepare for allergy testing each morningCalibrate PFT sensor dailyEscort patients to a treatment room and prepare them for the doctor's visitAssist the doctor with skin testing and other procedures as orderedSend prescriptions, complete asthma care plans and discharge summariesComplete documentation in the EMR systemPrepare and administer any medications requested by the doctorPulmonary function testing, FeNO testing, and peak flow monitoringPatient education regarding medications and environmental controlPrepare and administer nebulized medication and patient education (if needed)Scan testing sheetsSchedule appointments for outpatient proceduresAdminister allergy injections and complete all duties of the shot roomKeep clinical area and exam rooms organized and stocked with suppliesKeep samples and sample bags stocked on shelvesCommunicate with injection room staff when emergency medications are used and need to be reorderedCheck refrigerator temperatures daily and log on chartComplete all tasks in Triage when scheduledPrepare patient information folders and Environmental Control packetsPrepare I.D. and scratch traysShut down and plug in computers (pack, if needed), and plug in otoscopes at end of dayTransport supplies (box) to and from satellite offices, as neededMaintain and follow HIPAA policies and proceduresCover Injection Room and/or Front Offices, as neededTrain new staff, as needed, or directedWork with Healix & Specialty pharmacies to process Biologics/IVIG prescriptions and forms:Track shipments and inventory of BiologicsObtain prior authorizations as neededCross train for Triage Nurse position and cover, as neededRun and maintain Emerald22, as neededOrder supplies, as necessary, through the approved clinic procedure Injection Room Nurse:Prepare the injection room area each morningAdminister allergy injectionsRe-stock area as needed and order suppliesRe-order vials in a timely mannerOrganize refrigerated vials in appropriate binsLog daily refrigerator temperaturesMonitor shot cards monthly and discard expired vialsEnsure that consent forms are signed; explain shot room policies to new patientsEducation of patients in first injection policyMaintain and follow HIPAA policies and proceduresStay the required 30 minutes after last injection is given before lunch or the end of the dayClean toy and lobby areaKnowledge of all medications and IT treatmentEffectively manage emergency procedures and protocolsOther relevant duties as assigned by Manager and/or DirectorRequirementsAbilities, Knowledge and Skills:Effective communication skills to include:Ability to fluently speak and read EnglishAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, handbooks, policies, patient care plans and procedure manualsAbility to communicate effectively, verbally and written, with all levels of staff and patientsRequired Education, Certifications/Licensure, and Experience:If nurse: LPN: Diploma from an accredited LPN program RN: Associate's degree from an accredited college or universityMinimum of 1 - 2 years of related nursing experienceCurrent, valid LPN or RN license in good standing to practice in the State of MissouriCurrent, valid CPR certificationValid driver's licenseIf Medical Assistant:High school diploma or equivalentMinimum of 6 months of related medical assistant experiencePrevious allergy/asthma experience preferredCurrent, valid CPR certificationValid driver's licensePhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, bend and sit. On average, injection room or clinic staff may be standing or walking 80% of their shift.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Specific communication abilities required by this job include the ability to talk and hear in order to converse with others, discern, convey, express oneself, and exchange information.Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; lighting is in the standard range.The employee is subject to infectious waste, potential exposure to allergens in concentrated forms, diseases and conditions.EEO Compliance:All Family Allergy & Asthma divisions are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Family Allergy & Asthma divisions are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.Notice:At Family Allergy & Asthma and all our divisions, our Human Resources department and recruiters are