Registered Nurse - Ohio Center for Pediatrics

Job Title

This position is responsible for providing administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient delivery of primary health care and creating a positive patient experience. This position is 4 days per week, day off during the week will be on a rotating schedule.

Location

Dublin, OH

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Perform assessment and evaluation of patient. Work collaboratively with clinical team to develop plan of care.

Administer medications, injections and treatments and perform routine medical procedures.

Provide medical triage via telephone for patients.

Provide health counseling and education to patient and/or patient's family.

Work closely with the clinical care team to deliver the best care for our patients.

Foster a climate allowing for direct communication between the clinical team, patient/caregiver and appropriate care providers to optimize outcomes.

Collaborate with other team members to address gaps in care (chart prep). Promote and facilitate improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction, as well as efficient use of resources.

Act as a patient advocate to ensure highest quality of care for our patients.

Review physician orders and lab requests and follows up as needed. Call in prescriptions/order refills as approved and directed.

Measure vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height. Record vital signs and other health-related issues on patients' charts.

Communicate test results to patients as directed (includes reading TB results) and record notes in Electronic Health Records (EHR).

Assist in patient education with related educational tools, periodicals, flyers, and handouts.

Assist with Department of Transportation, FMLA, and Medical Disability application forms.

Respond to patient phone calls, as appropriate.

Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.

Maintain patient confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA regulation.

Attend meetings and participate in classroom activities as needed.

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A. Education, Licensures & Certifications

Required: Current Ohio LPN License

Preferred: LPN, RN, MA

B. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, and innovative

Must be detail-oriented and highly organized

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner

Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

Ability to maintain quality control standards

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures

Ability to communicate clearly and document efficiently in EHR

Knowledge in vaccine administration, storage, handling and documentation

Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology

Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures

Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures

Knowledge of using medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment

Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications, as directed

Skill in taking vital signs

Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public

Customer service skills; social perceptiveness and service oriented

Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work