Nurse Clinician I GPG

MedStar Health • Washington, DC

398d • $72,758 - $130,042

About The Position

The Nurse Clinician I at MedStar Health provides professional nursing care for clinic patients, ensuring adherence to established standards and practices. This role involves a variety of responsibilities including patient assessment, medication administration, and collaboration with medical staff to enhance patient care and satisfaction.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing required; Bachelor's degree (B.S.N.) preferred.
• 1-2 years of professional nursing experience; at least 1 year of telephone triage and pediatric experience required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the District of Columbia; CPR certification required within 90 days.
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

Nice To Haves

• Previous outpatient experience preferred.
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices.
• Administers prescribed medications, vaccines, treatments, and procedures in accordance with nursing standards.
• Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination.
• Screens patients for appropriate information and instructs them in the collection of samples and tests.
• Performs patient telephone triage, assesses needs, and coordinates with medical staff.
• Monitors phone notes to assure timely response to all calls and appropriate resolution of patients' needs.
• Triages walk-in patients and provides guidance on obtaining appointments or referrals.
• Dispenses telephone advice and recommendations from the provider as requested.
• Assists in supervising other clinical staff in absence of Nurse Clinician II.
• Educates patient and family about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $34.98 to $62.52.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree