Nurse, Physician Center - Neurology

Licking Memorial Health Systems • Newark, OH

16h

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, provides nursing care to individuals and groups requiring application of basic knowledge of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences. The role provides care for patients in a physician center and supports clinical assessment, treatment, and quality patient care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program and maintain current licensure in the State of Ohio.
• Function within the scope of practice for a licensed practical nurse as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintain BCLS certification.
• Possess basic analytical ability to perform assigned tasks and gather and interpret data in situations that are not difficult or complex.
• Demonstrate ability to provide care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under the supervision of a licensed Physician, nurse practitioner, and/or registered nurse.
• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to perform phlebotomy, EKGs, vital signs, medication administration by oral, nebulizer, IM, and SQ routes for children and adults, ear lavage, monofilament testing, glucometer testing, occult blood testing, visual and auditory acuity testing, strep screening, urinalysis, urine pregnancy testing, and specimen collection and preparation as applicable to the practice setting.
• Demonstrate ability to proficiently operate office machines and systems, including office computer systems (IDX, EMR, Meditech), fax, telephone, and photocopier.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physicians, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses with patient assessments, and contribute information to planning and evaluating quality patient care.
• Provide direct technical nursing care to patients.
• Administer medications ordered by a licensed provider after completing the 90-hour Pharmacology Course and passing the National Exam.
• Maintain clinical competency and nursing skills through continuing education.
• Inform the Physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse about patient symptoms, reactions, progress, and other care-related information.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients, visitors, and staff, and practice Universal Precautions.
• Participate in the ongoing quality improvement program and respond to results from data collection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed