PPG RN Physician Extender

Parkview Health•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The physician extender acts as a liaison between physicians, patients, hospital, and office. Performs assessments of patients and documents according to protocol. Accountable for assuring delivery of quality nursing care for the designated patients of PPG in accordance with the individual patients needs, physicians' orders, PPG and PH policies, and standards of practice. Responsible for working collaboratively with management, physician, and coworkers to provide excellent service to our patients.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current Indiana Registered Nurse license.
CPR certification required.
2 years experience in a medical setting required.
Medical terminology and pharmacology background needed.
Basic knowledge of cardiac rhythms is preferred.
Essential computer skills and knowledge of electronic medical records recommended.
Good verbal and written communication skills required.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification preferred.
Basic knowledge of cardiac rhythms is preferred.

Responsibilities

Acts as a liaison between physicians, patients, hospital, and office.
Performs assessments of patients and documents according to protocol.
Assures delivery of quality nursing care for designated patients in accordance with individual patient needs, physician's orders, PPG and PH policies, and standards of practice.
Works collaboratively with management, physician, and coworkers to provide excellent service to patients.

Benefits

Health benefits
Paid time off
Employee assistance
Community vendor discounts
Payroll deduction options
Sign-on bonus for certified and uncertified Medical Assistants, LPN’s, and RN’s hired in part-time and full-time positions.
Clinical Orientation
Tuition assistance
Certification reimbursement
Parkview’s Medical Assistant Advancement Pathway (MAAP)
World-class teamwork
Personalized health journeys for co-workers and family members