Registered Nurse- Pulmonary Medicine

Frederick Health•Frederick, MD

2d•$39 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

Frederick Health is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for its Pulmonary Medicine Office. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; hours may change based on practice needs. The RN performs clinical support duties in a medical practice setting, working at the top of licensure to facilitate patient care. The RN serves as a clinical liaison and resource for Medical Assistants and other clinical staff, coordinates care with patients, triages patient issues and concerns, and promotes effective communication among staff, providers, and patients. The position supports Frederick Health’s mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy and follows the organization’s Compliance Program, regulatory requirements, and Standards of Behavior. The RN may provide clinical coverage at other locations as needed. The position reports to the Practice Manager, has clinical oversight by the Manager of Clinical Services, and receives direction from the Medical Director, physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. The role requires a current unrestricted Maryland Registered Nurse license, current CPR certification, and 2–3 years of experience in a medical practice or clinic setting. A BSN is preferred. The posted hourly pay range is $38.89–$52.00, with pay based on experience, skills, and education.

Requirements

Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state of Maryland.
Current CPR certification.
2–3 years of experience in a medical practice or clinic setting.
In-depth knowledge of established standards for patient care.
Effective interpersonal skills with a diverse patient population.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of infection control and environment of care standards.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and multitask.
Ability to triage patients in person or by phone and distinguish urgent, non-urgent, and emergency needs.
Ability to comply with HIPAA and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Excellent computer skills and knowledge of electronic medical records.
Knowledge of basic medical and emergency equipment operations.
Pleasant, caring, and professional demeanor.
Availability and flexibility to work at other locations.
Ability to demonstrate and maintain appropriate patient care knowledge and skills across neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups, when applicable.
Ability to understand growth and development across the lifespan, assess patient-status data, identify age-specific needs, and provide care according to department policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Foster positive relationships between clinical staff and providers to support a constructive and professional work environment.
Provide input to the Practice Manager and Medical Director on workflow development specific to practice needs.
Participate in performance improvement activities.
Serve as a preceptor and assist with staff training and onboarding when needed.
Triage patients by phone or in person to determine appointment needs, assist walk-in patients requiring immediate assessment, and engage a provider for emergency management.
Work with the access center to receive urgent patient calls and monitor and answer the urgent phone line.
Provide patients with one-on-one education related to disease management.
Serve as a clinical resource for other clinical staff and assist support staff with clinical concerns.
Maintain accurate electronic health records, including documentation from outside sources, to keep medical records up to date.
Collaborate with team members to address medical concerns, assure quality outcomes, and support optimal health maintenance.
Assign tasks to support staff as needed and ensure tasks are completed by staff with the appropriate level of licensure.
Work collaboratively with Practice Leadership to guide the support team.
Communicate test results and plans of care directly to patients within the scope of the RN license and designated physician practice protocols.
Attend staff meetings and in-services.
Provide clinical coverage as necessary and work at other locations as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.