Registered Nurse (RN) -Ambulatory, Pulmonology Medical Office, FT, Day

Prisma Health•Richland, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides and coordinates nursing care in a non-acute ambulatory medical office setting in accordance with the State Board of Nursing, Nurse Practice Act, professional standards of care, state regulations, accreditation standards, and Prisma Health policies and procedures. Provides direct nursing care based on each patient's individualized physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs. This position is bonus eligible. The schedule is Monday through Friday on the day shift, with no weekends, holidays, or on-call duties. The role is non-management and reports to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN), or an RN diploma or certificate accepted in lieu of the degree.
Current RN compact/multistate license recognized by the NCSBN Compact State, or a license to practice as an RN in the state where the team member works.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care within established policies, procedures, protocols, and the applicable scope of practice.
Assess patients and develop individualized plans of care using current ambulatory nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice.
Promote wellness, restore health, and address health-related situational problems using ambulatory care nursing skills.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
Coordinate and document patient care, including assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety.
Delegate tasks and duties to healthcare team members in accordance with patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
Follow infection control and safety protocols.
Communicate relevant patient conditions and concerns to other healthcare team members.
Educate patients and families about recommended post-visit self-care and support informed health-related decisions.
Provide a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
Serve as a role model and participate in educating and mentoring care team members.
Attend department and organization meetings and complete required compliance training.
Use supplies and resources safely and efficiently and maintain a clean, safe, caring environment.
Take responsibility for professional development and continuing education.
May serve as a preceptor or unit champion, or participate in shared governance.
Adhere to organizational compliance requirements, policies, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.