Nurse - LPN or RN
About The Position
This position provides direct patient care, including patient education, and assists health care providers in delivering quality health care and improving health outcomes. The nurse evaluates and treats patients within the scope of their training, capabilities, and license criteria; advocates for patients; and coordinates care with health care providers. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, and is classified as non-exempt and hourly. The salary range is $36.00–$45.00, depending on experience (DOE). The role reports to the Nursing Director, with oversight by the Chief Medical Officer.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Hold a current RN or LPN license in the State of Alaska.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of prior experience in a medical office is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients within the scope of training, capabilities, and license criteria.
- Advocate for patients.
- Coordinate care with health care providers.
- Collect and document vital signs and patient history in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Offer support and assistance to the provider.
- Apply aseptic technique and infection control principles, including Universal and Standard Precautions.
- Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas.
- Prepare patients and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Prepare and administer medications and injections as directed by the provider.
- Recognize and respond to emergencies.
- Conduct patient education.
- Triage patients by phone and face-to-face.
- Relay laboratory results to patients as directed by the provider.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
