Registered Nurse - STD Clinic

Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional telephone and face‑to‑face nursing care to patients following established departmental policies and procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform and document in the electronic medical record patients’ vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respirations), height, weight, allergies and alert physicians of any abnormalities in vital signs or appearance. Instruct and/or assist patients in specimen collection, tests and procedures. Prepare patients for physical examinations. Assist physicians with or coordinate patient treatment, procedures and surgeries. Perform venipunctures, IV therapies and injections according to physicians’ orders or patient emergencies. Dispense medications as prescribed by physicians; document medication orders in medevant or electronic medical record. Document in the medical record complete and accurate summaries of care given, including procedures performed and observations made. Schedule/coordinate testing, treatments, x‑rays, consultations with/referrals to health‑care providers, inpatient admissions. Review laboratory/test results; recognize abnormal laboratory/test results and notify physicians. Contact patients with test/procedure results. Review physicians’ discharge instructions and follow‑up appointments with patients. Call in prescriptions/refills to pharmacies for patients as directed by physicians. Educate and counsel patients and family members on health conditions, desired results of treatment plans, expectations during illness and recovery and other related areas. Check diagnostic laboratory forms and physicians’ orders on patient’s record for accuracy and completeness. Maintain clinical areas to ensure the necessary medical equipment, supplies and pharmaceuticals are stocked and available. Answer telephones, direct/triage patient calls, take messages, relay messages/information to the appropriate personnel; contact patients regarding test results and recommended follow‑up. Establish and maintain productive working relationships with people inside and outside the department and/or practice. Add: ... [Insert any other responsibilities] Education, Licensure/Certification, and Training Associate Degree in Nursing Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred Current Michigan Registered Nurse License Current BLS Certification 1-2 years’ experience in an ambulatory care setting preferred Knowledge of nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care Knowledge of OSHA, MIOSHA, JACHO and HIPAA regulations Knowledge of Public Health Code and Michigan Nurse Practice Act preferred Skills and Abilities Knowledge of nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care Knowledge of OSHA, MIOSHA, JACHO and HIPAA regulations Knowledge of Public Health Code and Michigan Nurse Practice Act preferred Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations Good written and verbal communication skills to convey and receive information effectively (face‑to‑face, telephone and electronic) Good analytical and judgment skills Ability to use computer software programs and systems Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patients, personnel and/or financial data Excellent organizational skills to work independently, prioritize, handle multiple tasks and manage time Add: ... [Insert any rules, regulations, references] Safety Requirements Compliance with Department Health and Safety policies and procedures. Working Conditions / Schedule 40‑hour work week, hours and days to be determined by the business needs of the department. Additional hours may be required. COVID‑19 Vaccination Requirements Wayne Health requires all employees who will interact with the public and/or co‑workers, regardless of clinical responsibility or patient contact, to have started their primary vaccination series against COVID‑19 or received a sincerely held religious belief or medical exemption. All newly hired employees are required to have received their first vaccination dose prior to their start date of employment and completed the primary series as outlined in FDA’s prescribing instructions for vaccine administration. New hires must also receive their booster within 30 days after the date that they are eligible to receive it, per CDC guidelines. Exemptions or accommodations to the Wayne Health vaccine requirement may be approved under certain limited circumstances. Anyone with an approved exemption must have weekly PCR COVID‑19 testing on their own time and submit the results every Monday, before arriving at work. Employees whose positions are 100% remote are exempt from these requirements. Equity and Diversity Wayne Health is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr