Registered Nurse (RN)-Ambulatory, OBGYN, FT, Day

Prisma Health•Columbia, SC

About The Position

Provides and coordinates nursing care in a non-acute ambulatory, medical office, or urgent care setting in accordance with the State Board of Nursing, Nurse Practice Act, professional standards of care, state regulations, accreditation standards, and Prisma Health’s philosophy, policies, and procedures. The role delivers individualized, evidence-based care that addresses patients’ physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs, and supports wellness, health restoration, and health-related situational needs. The RN assesses patients, develops individualized plans of care, administers prescribed medications and treatments, coordinates and documents care, delegates tasks appropriately, and communicates patient information to other healthcare team members. The role also educates patients and families, contributes to a compassionate and safe care environment, supports team education and mentoring, and maintains professional development and compliance.

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.
No experience is required.
For Ambulatory RNs in Mobile Ambulatory Care: valid driver’s license, acceptable motor vehicle record, and proof of auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care within established policies, procedures, protocols, and the applicable regulatory scope of practice.
Deliver patient care based on individualized plans that address physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs.
Use ambulatory care nursing knowledge and skills to promote wellness, restore health, and address health-related situational problems.
Assess patients and use current ambulatory nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice to develop individualized plans of care.
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 according to patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
Follow infection control and safety protocols.
Communicate appropriate information about patient conditions or concerns to other healthcare team members.
Educate patients and families about recommended post-visit self-care and integrate education into care delivery.
Provide a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
Serve as a role model and participate in educating and mentoring other care team members.
Attend department and organizational meetings and complete annual and as-needed compliance training.
Use supplies and resources safely and efficiently, and maintain a clean, safe, and caring environment.
Take responsibility for professional development and continuing education.
May serve as a preceptor or unit champion, or participate in shared governance.
Follow organizational compliance requirements, policies, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.