Physician Practice Nurse - NC Urology Raleigh

Physician Practice Nurse - NC Urology Raleigh

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Summary: Provides patient care within the scope of practice for the licensed Registered Nurse. Facilitates patient flow and assists with prioritization of work assignments.

Responsibilities: 1. Maintains compliance with organizational policies and procedures. 2. Demonstrates competence in patient care skills within the scope of practice for the Registered Nurse, to include patient assessment, assisting with exams and procedures, administering medications, and patient education. 3. Processes orders, returns patient calls, and notifies of diagnostic results as directed by the physician. 4. Appropriately documents care provided in the patient's medical record. 5. Facilitates effective patient flow and assists with prioritization of work assignments. 6. Assists with the maintenance of adequate levels of supplies and performs and documents medical equipment safety checks. 7. Adheres to the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. Recognizes, supports and utilizes evidence based nursing practices. 8. Maintains compliance with established safety and regulatory guidelines, including HIPAA, OSHA, and infection prevention policies and procedures. Participates in unit based performance improvement activities. 9. Demonstrates good customer service skills when interacting with patients, families, and visitors. Exhibits effective communication and teamwork.

Education Requirements: Diploma, Associate Degree (ADN) or Bachelors Degree (BSN) from an accredited school of Nursing. Licensure/Certification Requirements: Licensed to practice as Registered Nurse in North Carolina. BCLS. Professional Experience Requirements: Previous experience in physician office, urgent care, emergency department preferred. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret clinical information and technical procedures. Ability to document clinical information. Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from patients, physicians, family members, and other Rex staff. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.