Clinic & Injection Room Nurse (LPN/RN)

Asthma & Allergy Assoc of FL•Doral, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Asthma and Allergy Associates of Florida, now affiliated with Family Allergy & Asthma, is a full-service network of certified allergists with offices throughout Miami, Broward and Palm Beach. Founded in 1979, the practice has grown significantly and is known for its deep respect and commitment to patients, with physicians specially trained in Allergy/Immunology, many of whom are recognized as top doctors in South Florida and the nation.

Requirements

Ability to fluently speak and read English.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, handbooks, policies, patient care plans and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written, with all levels of staff and patients.
LPN: Diploma from an accredited LPN program.
RN: Associate's degree from an accredited college or university.
Current, valid LPN or RN license in good standing to practice in the State of Florida.
Current, valid CPR certification.
Valid driver's license.
Minimum of 1 - 2 years of related nursing experience.

Nice To Haves

Travel to other clinic locations.

Responsibilities

Prepare clinic rooms for patients and allergy testing each morning.
Calibrate PFT sensor daily.
Escort patients to treatment rooms and prepare them for doctor's visits.
Assist doctors with skin testing and other procedures.
Send prescriptions, complete asthma care plans and discharge summaries.
Complete documentation in the EMR system.
Prepare and administer medications as requested by the doctor.
Perform pulmonary function testing, FeNO testing, and peak flow monitoring.
Educate patients regarding medications and environmental control.
Prepare and administer nebulized medication and provide patient education.
Scan testing sheets.
Schedule appointments for outpatient procedures.
Administer allergy injections and manage all duties of the shot room.
Maintain organization and stock of clinical areas and exam rooms.
Keep samples and sample bags stocked.
Communicate with injection room staff for reordering emergency medications.
Check and log refrigerator temperatures daily.
Complete all tasks in Triage when scheduled.
Prepare patient information folders and Environmental Control packets.
Prepare I.D. and scratch trays.
Shut down and plug in computers and otoscopes at the end of the day.
Transport supplies to and from satellite offices.
Maintain and follow HIPAA policies and procedures.
Cover Injection Room and/or Front Offices as needed.
Train new staff as needed or directed.
Work with Healix & Specialty pharmacies to process Biologics/IVIG prescriptions and forms.
Track shipments and inventory of Biologics.
Obtain prior authorizations as needed.
Cross train for Triage Nurse position and cover as needed.
Run and maintain Emerald22 as needed.
Order supplies as necessary through approved clinic procedures.
Prepare the injection room area each morning.
Re-stock injection room as needed and order supplies.
Re-order vials in a timely manner.
Organize refrigerated vials in appropriate bins.
Log daily refrigerator temperatures.
Monitor shot cards monthly and discard expired vials.
Ensure consent forms are signed and explain shot room policies to new patients.
Educate patients on the first injection policy.
Stay the required 30 minutes after the last injection before lunch or end of day.
Clean toy and lobby area.
Demonstrate knowledge of all medications and IT treatment.
Effectively manage emergency procedures and protocols.