Description Duties and Responsibilities • Room patients, obtain vital signs, and assist patient in and out of the clinic as needed • Performs thorough initial and ongoing patient assessments and reassessments within the scope of licensure • Ensure patient needs are consistently met, consulting with health team members as appropriate • Act promptly and effectively in emergency situations • Chaperone providers during examinations and assist with procedures • Administer medications and injections with accurate documentation • Perform clinical procedures including EKGs, nebulizer treatments, fingerstick glucose testing urinalysis, and fecal occult blood testing with accurate documentation • Apply appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families with accurate documentation • Provide age- appropriate care based on established standards • Schedule patient appointments and imaging studies in accordance with clinic policy • Coordinate referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers • Obtain insurance pre-authorizations as required • Communicate patient information via phone to providers in a timely and accurate manner • Call in prescription refills as authorized by providers • Review physician orders and carry out new orders accurately • Ensure all assigned tasks and responsibilities are completed by the end of each workday • Maintain clean, stocked, and organized patient rooms • Assist with inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and quality control of patient care equipment • Ensure proper storage and handling of medications and biologicals • Identify and report compliance concerns through appropriate channels • Schedule and document patient appointments according to policy • Demonstrates the ability to assess, monitor, and revise the plan of care based on physician orders and patient response. • Demonstrates the ability to provide individualized, one-on-one patient care, ensuring needs are consistently met through collaboration with appropriate healthcare team members. • Perform other duties as assigned by the office manager or provider Requirements Regulatory Requirements • Completes annual educational requirements within the assigned time frame. • Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and Joint Commission regulations related to their department and, as appropriate, to the hospital. • FL License RN • BLS Certification • ACLS/PALS Certification dependent on department Professional Requirements • Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean. • Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. • Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. • Is willing to receive constructive feedback to enhance self-improvement. • Completes work within designated time. • Attends and participates on hospital committees, as appropriate. • Wears required identification while on duty. • Does not avoid challenging tasks. • Assists in the training of students, co-workers or other personnel. • Relays important information to other staff/shifts to maintain consistency in operations. • Understands how to utilize the grievance process to resolve concerns. Language Skills • Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Computer Skills • Demonstrates basic computer skills and knowledge consistent with the needs of their department. Safety/Environment • Knows the limitations of their license/certifications and does not practice outside these limitations. • Maintains cleanliness of equipment and department • Responsible for the safe handling of equipment as well as maintaining safety for themselves. • Knows the proper procedure for calling codes and the proper response for each code according to department protocol (i.e. fire, lock down, infant abduction, bomb threat, etc.) • Knows the proper procedure for reporting incidents involving the patient, visitor or employee. • Knows where to find MSDS information when needed. • Is aware of hazards and hazardous materials and how to maintain a safe environment.