Family Practice Floor Nurse

Healthstar/CPS•Morristown, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves a variety of clinical and administrative responsibilities within a family practice setting. The nurse will be responsible for patient triage, managing electronic prescription services, performing phlebotomy and EKGs, handling patient communication, scheduling appointments and procedures, and maintaining accurate patient records. A strong understanding of nursing principles, medication knowledge, and adherence to HIPAA standards are essential. The position requires excellent customer service, organizational, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.

Requirements

Knowledge of EMR systems.
Knowledge of nursing principles and protocols.
Knowledge of all aspects of medication names and prescribing.
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality as directed by HIPAA standards.
Knowledge of medical chart reporting and records.
Skilled in customer service with a pleasant and courteous demeanor.
Well organized and detail-oriented.
Ability to work independently without much supervision.
Skills in critical thinking, communication, influence, and decision making.
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of office staff and team.
High School Diploma.
Medical Assistant Training.
Current CPR Certification.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

Patient triage including weight, blood pressure, temperature readings, updating medication lists, and documenting chief complaints.
Manage electronic patient prescription services, including communication with pharmacies and verification of medical prescriptions.
Perform phlebotomy and EKGs.
Answer telephone, screen calls, retrieve voicemails, and return patient calls.
Handle pre-certification requirements for all procedures.
Contact patients regarding lab results.
Maintain daily logs.
Answer questions regarding patient appointments and testing.
Communicate with patients regarding patient information and education on procedure preps.
Schedule procedures, medical tests, and referral appointments, coordinating dates, times, and locations, and rescheduling as necessary.
Schedule appointments, verifying demographics and insurance information in the patient medical record or file.
Assist other staff as directed.
Perform other job functions as directed.
Attend meetings as required.