Registered Nurse (RN) - Specialist Ambulatory Practice, Neurology, FT, Days

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care, education, and support in a neurology physician specialty practice. The role serves as a clinical and community resource, educator, and consultant, using advanced nursing knowledge and experience to influence nursing practice in the assigned setting. The nurse provides individualized, evidence-based ambulatory care; conducts specialty-specific assessments and monitoring; performs or assists with specialized procedures and treatments; administers prescribed medications; and coordinates and documents patient care. The role also includes educating patients and families, communicating with the care team, delegating tasks appropriately, maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment, and supporting the professional development of colleagues. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN), or an RN diploma or certificate with an eligible current RN license in lieu of the degree.
One year of clinical nursing experience within the specialty or a related applicable specialty; one year of LPN experience may be accepted in lieu of one year of RN experience.
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).
Certification in the specialty area.
IV insertion and maintenance skills.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, protocols, regulatory scope of practice, and applicable Board of Nursing requirements.
Deliver advanced patient care based on individualized physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs.
Maintain advanced knowledge of specialty-specific diseases, medications, treatments, procedures, tools, and monitoring.
Perform or assist with procedures and treatments specific to the specialty.
Conduct in-depth specialty assessments and monitoring, including specialized diagnostic testing and management of complex treatments.
Administer prescribed medications and provide specialized procedures or treatments.
Apply ambulatory care nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice to promote wellness, restore health, and address health-related problems.
Assess patient needs and develop individualized plans of care.
Coordinate and document patient assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and safety measures.
Delegate tasks and duties according to 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 integrate education into care so they can make informed health decisions.
Provide a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
Model professional practice and participate in educating and mentoring 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.
Adhere to organizational compliance requirements, policies, and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.