Dermatology Registered Nurse (RN) - Mohs Surgery, per diem

MaineGeneral Health•Augusta, ME

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse will play a vital role in assisting the Mohs Surgery Team. This may include preoperative preparation, intraoperative assistance, histology processing, patient education and support, documentation, and follow-up care. This is a fast-paced position working with an interdisciplinary team, with opportunities to work with physicians performing dermatologic procedures.

Requirements

An active Maine RN license or the ability to obtain the same in a timely fashion is required.
At least 1 year of acute or med/surg (or equivalent) nursing experience is preferred
Previous experience with in-office surgical or operating room procedures is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Plans, implements, and evaluates patient care plans based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources.
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
Evaluate the learning needs of the patient and/or family and provide patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
Takes calls from patients/caregivers requesting assistance.
Provides advice, referrals, and patient education.
For symptomatic patients, determine the necessity and type of care needed, and advise the caller regarding appropriate care.
Performs administrative duties to coordinate patient care, including data collection, answering phones, scheduling tests/procedures and appointments, calling in prescriptions, determining insurance coverage, and billing and receiving payments.