Audiology Clinic

LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE•Fergus Falls, MN

10d•$33 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, patient-centered care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, delegation, and evaluation. The RN communicates compassionately and professionally with patients, families, visitors, colleagues, providers, and community partners. The position involves performing nursing duties accurately and efficiently, assisting providers, carrying out orders, and maintaining thorough, timely documentation in accordance with the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, professional nursing standards, and Lake Region Healthcare policies and procedures. In the ENT clinic, the RN provides compassionate care to patients and family members; completes assessments and triage; gathers and documents medical histories in the electronic health record; monitors vital signs and reports concerning findings; administers medications and monitors for side effects; and assists with ENT procedures, virtual visits, and equipment. The position also provides backup support to the RN Allergy nurse and assistance to the Audiologist. The schedule is 64 hours biweekly, Monday through Friday, on day shifts. The position is based at the Fergus Falls clinic and may require travel to other clinic sites as scheduled.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current Minnesota RN licensure.
Current CPR certificate; Healthcare Provider-level CPR certification must be held upon hire or obtained within six months.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in English.
Demonstrated ability to perform within the registered nurse scope of practice.
Successful completion of the pre-employment health screening.
Reliable attendance and ability to work at the clinic site as scheduled, including travel to other clinic sites.
Sound clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate effectively.

Nice To Haves

A BSN is eligible for an additional $1 per hour.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and their family members.
Complete assessments and provide triage as indicated.
Obtain thorough medical histories and document findings in the electronic health record.
Monitor vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, temperature, oxygen saturation, and respiratory rate, and notify the clinical team of concerning findings.
Administer medications and monitor for potential side effects.
Assist with ENT procedures, virtual visits, and equipment.
Provide backup assistance to the RN Allergy nurse and assist the Audiologist.
Assist providers, carry out orders, and maintain thorough and timely documentation.
Delegate and supervise nursing care consistent with professional standards and the scope of practice defined by the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
Work at the clinic site as scheduled and travel to other clinic sites when required.