Op Registered Nurse

Margaret Mary Health•Batesville, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides nursing support and nursing care to patients from infancy through geriatric age in physician offices. This position is based in Internal Medicine at the Medical Arts Center in Batesville and is scheduled for 64 hours per pay period. It is benefit eligible. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing.
Registered Nurse license in the state of Indiana.
Strong customer service skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to operate medical and basic office equipment.
No work experience required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Use only approved abbreviations and follow patient safety goals, including using two patient identifiers before treatment.
Follow processes for read-back of verbal orders and critical lab values, clarification of physician orders, use of standing orders, and final verification before invasive procedures; document appropriately in the EHR.
Report patient conditions to physicians and other providers as warranted, and report sentinel events, adverse drug reactions, or incidents as appropriate.
Reassess patients after interventions when their condition changes and document the reassessment in the EHR.
Perform timely, appropriate clinical skills for patients of all ages served and document care in the EHR.
Communicate with and educate patients, caregivers, and family members as directed by the provider, treating them with respect and dignity, including in death and dying situations.
Obtain accurate patient histories and perform timely, appropriate physical assessments, including pain assessments using a pain scale.
Use medical equipment appropriately and safely; clean and maintain equipment.
Accurately and promptly document medications administered, check medication expiration dates, and demonstrate appropriate knowledge and use of high-risk medications.
Communicate effectively and document in patient health records.
Assist physicians with procedures in a knowledgeable and professional manner.
Follow processes for procuring, storing, and ordering medications from the pharmacy.
Demonstrate knowledge of isolation procedures and maintain security systems as appropriate.
Order and maintain supplies and equipment as requested.
Assist with developing and revising triage protocols and policies as requested.
Maintain appropriate patient-care charges and statistics.