Medical Office RN

Jackson County Hospital District•Marianna, FL

45d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing direct patient care in a medical office setting. The Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for a wide range of duties including patient assessments, administering medications and treatments, patient education, scheduling, and coordinating care. The RN must adhere to all regulatory requirements, maintain patient confidentiality, and contribute to a safe and efficient work environment.

Requirements

Completes annual educational requirements within the assigned time frame.
Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and Joint Commission regulations related to their department and, as appropriate, to the hospital.
FL License RN
BLS Certification
ACLS/PALS Certification dependent on department
Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.
Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Is willing to receive constructive feedback to enhance self-improvement.
Completes work within designated time.
Attends and participates on hospital committees, as appropriate.
Wears required identification while on duty.
Does not avoid challenging tasks.
Assists in the training of students, co-workers or other personnel.
Relays important information to other staff/shifts to maintain consistency in operations.
Understands how to utilize the grievance process to resolve concerns.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Demonstrates basic computer skills and knowledge consistent with the needs of their department.
Knows the limitations of their license/certifications and does not practice outside these limitations.
Maintains cleanliness of equipment and department.
Responsible for the safe handling of equipment as well as maintaining safety for themselves.
Knows the proper procedure for calling codes and the proper response for each code according to department protocol (i.e. fire, lock down, infant abduction, bomb threat, etc.).
Knows the proper procedure for reporting incidents involving the patient, visitor or employee.
Knows where to find MSDS information when needed.
Is aware of hazards and hazardous materials and how to maintain a safe environment.

Responsibilities

Room patients, obtain vital signs, and assist patient in and out of the clinic as needed.
Perform thorough initial and ongoing patient assessments and reassessments within the scope of licensure.
Ensure patient needs are consistently met, consulting with health team members as appropriate.
Act promptly and effectively in emergency situations.
Chaperone providers during examinations and assist with procedures.
Administer medications and injections with accurate documentation.
Perform clinical procedures including EKGs, nebulizer treatments, fingerstick glucose testing, urinalysis, and fecal occult blood testing with accurate documentation.
Apply appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families with accurate documentation.
Provide age-appropriate care based on established standards.
Schedule patient appointments and imaging studies in accordance with clinic policy.
Coordinate referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
Obtain insurance pre-authorizations as required.
Communicate patient information via phone to providers in a timely and accurate manner.
Call in prescription refills as authorized by providers.
Review physician orders and carry out new orders accurately.
Ensure all assigned tasks and responsibilities are completed by the end of each workday.
Maintain clean, stocked, and organized patient rooms.
Assist with inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and quality control of patient care equipment.
Ensure proper storage and handling of medications and biologicals.
Identify and report compliance concerns through appropriate channels.
Schedule and document patient appointments according to policy.
Demonstrates the ability to assess, monitor, and revise the plan of care based on physician orders and patient response.
Demonstrates the ability to provide individualized, one-on-one patient care, ensuring needs are consistently met through collaboration with appropriate healthcare team members.
Perform other duties as assigned by the office manager or provider.