TriState Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join their team! The right candidate would be able to work in a fast paced environment with weekend availability. Schedule availability includes FriSatSun and SatSunMon.
Job Summary:
Performs various patient care activities and related services in caring for the needs and comfort of patients under the direction of the Physician or midlevel provider. RN duties include (but not limited to): assessing patients physical psychosocial and behavior health needs; advocating for patient; administering prescribed medications including IV therapy in office (rheumatology); preparing exam room procedure room infusion room equipment and assisting providers; documenting in the EMR according to TriState Health policy and procedures. Each position has specific requirements with unique duties and responsibilities.
- Effectively implement Standard Universal Precautions
- Triage patients and communicate urgent patient needs to provider
- Anticipate the needs of the patient and provider during the exam
- Draw blood; preform EKGs assist with diagnostic test and clinical procedures to appropriate level of training and established procedures
- Insure patient privacy and comfort during the exam; instruct patients in the collection of samples and other tests
- Obtain body fluid specimens as appropriate for services rendered
- Arrange for patient testing referrals and/or hospital admissions as appropriate
- Administer medications and start intravenous lines as directed
- Delegate tasked to other caregivers as license permits
- Provide patient mobility assistance as necessary
- Insure the patient and family understands followups and referral information
- Document all procedures and interactions in patients medical record according to established protocols
- Prepare clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to standard practices
Education and Training:
- Associates degree or Bachelors in healthcare administration or equivalent college courses
Licensures/Certifications:
- WA State RN license/ MultiState License
- American Heart Associations BLS/CPR on hire or within orientation period
Experience:
- Previous clinic experience preferred