Register Nurse

POSITION DESCRIPTION: REGISTERED NURSE

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Department: Clinical Position Type: Full-time

Supervisor: Medical Director and Clinical Director Clinical Director:

EMR Application(s): EClinicalWorks, Medstreaming

Qualifications

• Qualified and licensed to practice as a registered nurse, without restrictions, in the State of Arizona
• Completed education required to obtain a license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona
• Provide evidence of current liability insurance at the time of hire
• Must have ACLS and BLS Certifications
• Have a clear understanding of patient monitoring, monitoring equipment, emergency equipment, medications, medication administration, medication complications, aseptic and sterile technique and universal precautions.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both with coworkers using medical terminology and with the patient using understandable layman’s terms.

Role and Responsibilities

• Perform in accordance with all policies and procedures, applicable statutes and regulations, and the Clinic’s Compliance,

Infection Control, and Quality and Performance Improvement Programs.

• Review all material relevant to the patient’s care including material sent over from the referring physician and any information collected from the patient or support staff.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner.
• Explain the patient’s condition, medication, and any procedure needed in a manner that is understandable to the patient.
• Efficiently schedule and document in the EMR.
• Administer medications in a safe and proper manner.
• Use radiation protection measures in accordance with Clinic protocols.
• Respond to emergency situations appropriately with competence and composure.
• Monitor and manage patient care before and after procedure, requiring a clear understanding of patient monitoring, monitoring equipment, emergency equipment, medications, medication administration, medication complications, aseptic and sterile technique and universal precautions.
• Recognize and react appropriately to life-threatening arrhythmias and other emergencies.
• Manage an airway for resuscitation and manage all available forms of oxygen delivery devices.
• Assist with intra-procedure duties as assigned.
• Maintain responsibility for safe work area by reporting to safety officer or designee observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy/procedure noncompliance.
• Contribute to the progress and development of the Clinic’s Compliance, Infection Control, and Quality and Performance

Improvement Programs, as requested.

• Participate in continuing education and other learning experiences to stay abreast of new information in the healthcare field.
• Maintain BLS, ACLS, and all certifications and licensures as mandated by the governing nursing boards and Nurse Practice

Acts.

• Other duties as assigned, subject to applicable Rules and Regulations in the State of Texas.

The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change. Management may, at its discretion assign or reassign duties due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,562.00 - $92,794.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Cath Lab
• Wound Care

Physical Setting:

• Clinic
• Outpatient

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Antonio, TX 78212: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: One location