Registered Nurse - Central Ohio Medicine

Central Ohio Primary Care•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient primary care delivery and a smooth, compassionate, patient-focused experience. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position in Columbus, Ohio, with hours Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The RN assesses and evaluates patients, collaborates with the clinical team on plans of care, administers medications and treatments, performs routine medical procedures, and provides telephone triage, counseling, and patient education. The role supports care coordination and clinical outcomes through chart preparation, follow-up on physician orders and lab requests, communicating test results as directed, and documenting in the Electronic Health Records (EHR). The RN also assists with patient forms and calls, maintains a clean work area and patient confidentiality, and participates in meetings and classroom activities as needed.

Requirements

Current Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) licensure or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, and innovative.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients and external parties.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and document efficiently in EHR.
Knowledge of vaccine administration, storage, handling, and documentation.
Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care and examination procedures, and examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for maintaining a safe work environment.
Skill in assisting with treatments and medications as directed and in taking vital signs.
Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
Customer service skills, social perceptiveness, and a service-oriented approach.
Excellent time management, multitasking, and work-prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Assess and evaluate patients.
Collaborate with the clinical team to develop plans of care.
Administer medications, injections, and treatments, and perform routine medical procedures.
Provide telephone medical triage for patients.
Provide health counseling and education to patients and their families.
Work with the clinical care team to deliver patient care and support direct communication among the team, patients or caregivers, and appropriate care providers.
Collaborate with team members to address gaps in care, including chart preparation, and promote improved clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and efficient use of resources.
Act as a patient advocate to support the highest quality of care.
Review physician orders and lab requests and follow up as needed; call in prescriptions or order refills as approved and directed.
Measure and record vital signs and other health-related issues in patient charts.
Communicate test results to patients as directed, including reading TB results, and record notes in the EHR.
Assist with patient education using educational tools, periodicals, flyers, and handouts.
Assist with Department of Transportation, FMLA, and Medical Disability application forms.
Respond to patient phone calls as appropriate.
Maintain a clean and well-organized work area.
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Attend meetings and participate in classroom activities as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.