Registered Nurse (RN) - Physician Practice - Roper St. Francis Office Park - PRN

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Ladson, SC

About The Position

Provides patient care at Roper St. Francis Healthcare sites as assigned, using approved protocols. Facilitates timely communication of clinical advice to patients electronically or by phone as directed by practice providers. Ensures needed medical records are available to care teams and providers before patient office visits, and coordinates with team members to provide exceptional patient service. Training on the Electronic Health Record system (EHR) will be provided. The role is based in a normal medical office environment and may involve stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours. The nurse may be required to take call or work weekends and holidays depending on departmental needs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
One to two years of RN experience preferred.
Current South Carolina Registered Nurse license, or a current compact/multistate RN license in a recognized NCSBN Compact State if not a permanent resident of South Carolina.
Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider card.
Ability to use clinical equipment, including an EKG machine, spirometer, Hemocue, and pulse oximeter.
Basic knowledge of medication policy and procedure.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
Ability to organize and manage competing priorities.
Ability to problem-solve and exercise good judgment.
Strong patient-centered focus.
Ability to read and comprehend.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care using approved protocols.
Communicate clinical advice to patients electronically or by phone as directed by practice providers.
Ensure medical records are available to care teams and providers before office visits.
Coordinate with other team members to provide patient service.
Assist physicians with outpatient office procedures.
Use assessment skills for triage and patient care.