North Country Hospital-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Newport, VT
101-250 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services

Coordinates and administers nursing care for patients who present to the practice for acute, chronic or preventative services. Works with the patient's provider to establish goals and meet identified health care needs to improve the overall health of patients. Works cooperatively with other patient care team personnel in maintaining standards of professional nursing practice in the medical practice setting. Develop individual guidelines for patient specific education. Provides triage both by phone for the patients who contact the practice and for emergent patients who present to the office using approved algorithms of health assessment guidelines.

  • Receives and greets patients in a professional and friendly manner.
  • Participates in the establishment of the immediate needs and details of past medical history and prepares patient for exam.
  • Responsible for checking vital signs appropriate for standard of care relating to specific illness.
  • Checks allergies and medication list, updating the chart as necessary to maintain correct information for the provider.
  • Updates the electronic health record to maintain accurate records.
  • Reviews and reconciles Med lists with patients.
  • Alerts provider regarding compliance with medications.
  • Sends refills per protocol/standing order.
  • Works in accordance with the guidelines established by the State Board of nursing for RN's when performing both telephone triage and assessing acute patients who present to the practice.
  • Speaks with patients or care providers who call the practice with medical concerns, assessing patients with physical complaints, and making appropriate recommendations based on that assessment.
  • Follows up on telephone contacts as needed.
  • Uses the prescribed EMR to document all services provided to the patient.
  • Works in accordance with directive established by the provider in performing minor procedures and screening tests and administer injections as needed.
  • Establishes and maintains communication and utilizes teaching opportunities with patients and other significant individuals.
  • Coordinates care with the community and regional ancillary health services for extended needs of the patient.
  • Calls patients with lab results or new orders as needed.
  • Obtains refills of prescriptions when indicated, according to office policy.
  • Responsible for the daily controls on lab equipment according to CLIA requirements.
  • Daily preparation and upkeep of exam rooms, maintenance of emergency equipment and supplies as per office protocol.
  • Vermont licensed RN or LPN.
  • One to two years clinical experience in the office setting preferred.
  • Understanding of medical and social aspects of chronic and acute disease affecting patients.
  • Computer literacy: patients charts are maintained electronically.
  • Ability to work in a busy office and maintain a cooperative and professional attitude.
  • Ability to greet and interact with public in a tactful, compassionate manner.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • BLS required.
  • ACLS and PALS encouraged.
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