Registered Nurse (RN)- Ambulatory, Heritage Pediatrics and Internal Medicine, FT, Day

Prisma Health•Easley, SC

About The Position

Provides and coordinates nursing care in a non-acute ambulatory, medical office, or urgent care setting in accordance with the State Board of Nursing, Nurse Practice Act, professional standards of care, state regulations, accreditation standards, and Prisma Health’s philosophy, policies, and procedures. The role delivers individualized, evidence-based care that addresses patients’ physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs. The nurse assesses patients, develops and coordinates plans of care, administers prescribed medications and treatments, documents care, delegates tasks appropriately, and communicates patient information to other healthcare team members. The position also supports patient and family education, maintains a compassionate and safe care environment, contributes to team education and mentoring, and participates in professional development and organizational compliance activities.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN), or an RN diploma or certificate accepted in lieu of the degree under the stated licensure conditions.
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.
No experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care within established policies, procedures, protocols, and the applicable regulatory scope of practice.
Deliver care based on individualized plans that address patients’ physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs.
Apply ambulatory care nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice to promote wellness, restore health, and address health-related situational problems.
Assess patients’ needs and develop individualized plans of care.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocol.
Coordinate and document patient assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety.
Delegate tasks and duties according to patient needs and team members’ capabilities and qualifications.
Follow infection control and safety protocols.
Communicate relevant information about patient conditions or concerns to other healthcare team members.
Educate patients and families about recommended post-visit self-care and support informed health-related decisions.
Provide a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
Serve as a role model and help educate and mentor other care team members.
Attend department and organization meetings and complete annual and as-needed compliance training.
Use supplies and resources safely and efficiently and maintain a clean, safe, 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.