REGISTERED NURSE I

Prairie Quest Consulting • Nellis AFB, NV

6d • $55 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

PQC is accepting applications for experienced, civilian Registered Nurses (RN) to work onsite alongside the 99th Medical Group at Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center (Las Vegas, Nevada), Family Health Clinic.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Graduate from a college or university accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum of two (2) years of outpatient clinical nursing experience.
• Must have a permanent, full, and unrestricted Registered Nursing license to practice nursing in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.
• Possess a valid state driver’s license.
• Possess, or be able to obtain, a background screening.
• Excellent oral communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the healthcare team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family and organization. Effectively uses appropriate communication format in addressing professional issues.
• Excellent written communication skills to perform accurate documentation, both Written and electronic, of all activity in accordance with requirements.
• Completes orientation and competency verification programs in accordance with established guidelines.
• Contributes to professional environment using appropriate leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of the military health care system including TRICARE health benefits, or a working knowledge of the principles of fee-for-services, preferred provider network and managed care/HMO organizations is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of a wide range of medical disorders/conditions, diagnostic studies and treatments, as appropriate.
• Knowledge of preventive health schedules, disease management and population health principles, and education methods.
• Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use
• Knowledge of the administrative requirements for pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, including proper documentation of patient’s condition and disease progress, acknowledgement of teaching, and follow up care.
• Perform physical exam and health histories. Assesses patients, including the ability to assess/evaluate telephonically.
• Coordinates patient care through a continuum and facilitates the achievement of optimal outcomes in relation to care, quality and cost effectiveness.
• Ensures compliance with standards of care and practice in accordance with all established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the medical treatment facility. Provides care within ethical and legal boundaries.
• Prescribes and communicates treatment plans in accordance with established clinic protocols.
• Telephone and in-person assessment/evaluation includes the determination of optimal time and location for patient management (ER, clinic, homecare) and follow-up care as required.
• Collects and assesses significant patient history information and performs all necessary patient teaching.
• Arranges for procedures and performs telephone follow-up, as appropriate.
• Administers medications, performs wound care, and numerous other personalized interventions.
• Direct and supervise care provided by other healthcare professionals.
• Accountable for making patient care assignments based on the scope of practice and skill level of assigned personnel.
• Makes referral appointments and arrange specialty care as appropriate.
• Conduct research in support of improved practice and patient outcomes.
• Utilize the nursing process in an effective and time sensitive manner IAW standard of care.
• Participate in the peer review process.
• Provides health promotions, counseling, and education.
• Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and quickly react in emergency situations. Recognizes medical/trauma emergencies and responds appropriately. Initiates CPR if required. Assists medical team in administering advanced cardiac life support measures when necessary.
• Participates in the orientation and training of newly assigned personnel, as appropriate.
• Knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word Processing, data entry and automated medical records.
• Ability to synthesize data from a variety of sources and make appropriate clinical decisions.
• Set-up, operate, and monitor hospital medical devices such as EKG units, oxygen analyzers.
• Ensures medication/supplies are replenished.
• Performs/assists with procedures such as bladder catheterizations, pulse oximetry, oxygen administration, nebulizer treatments, EKGs, phlebotomy, and other clinic specific procedures, in accordance with established protocols.
• Provides clinical oversight of all paraprofessionals involved in the provision of therapeutic treatments.
• Ensures proper documentation and coding of procedures and treatments.
• Serves and participates in committees, functions and other meetings as directed.
• Provides relevant and timely information to these groups and assists with decision-making and process improvement.
• Participates in customer service initiatives, quality projects, and medical readiness activities, designed to enhance health services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level