RN

Description

The Registered Nurse will demonstrate proficiency in nursing standards by communicating with patients regarding their care and treatment plans. The RN is responsible for patient advocacy, application of evidence-based nursing knowledge, use of the nursing process during encounters, and continuity of care as applicable.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May supervise care given by nonprofessional staff and provide instruction as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide primary response, oversight, and support to patient calls and voicemail messages to the physician(s) and practice, including medical counsel, prescription coordination, and appointment scheduling.
• Serve as liaison between the physician and patient in the provision and coordination of patient care, reporting to the physicians.
• Coordinate and provide oversight to incoming medical reports.
  • Coordinate and provide follow-up to such reports with physician and patient.
• Assist with clinical procedures and patient monitoring as necessary and required by the practice/physician.
• Perform all aforementioned and assigned duties in accordance with practice/physician policy, and applicable state and/or nursing board governance and law.
• Maintain professional and positive attitude and appearance at all times.
• Display active commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Avina Womens Care.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Superb nursing skills, including compassion, self-motivation, attention to detail, and organization.
• Personality and demeanor to deal with the public and work closely with a wide variety of patients.
• Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills to communicate with staff, patients, physicians, and visitors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must have good vision and hearing perception to view computer screens and discern telephone rings and conversations.
• May be required to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 25 pounds as needed throughout the day.

Education & Experience:

• Associate degree in nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Valid and active State of Ohio Registered Nurse license in good standing.

Salary : $28 - $30