Registered Nurse Per Diem - OBGYN Practice

Virtua Health

1d•$38 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Virtua Health is hiring a per diem Registered Nurse for an on-site OBGYN practice at its Burrs Road Office Center in South Jersey. The nurse provides triage assessments in person and by telephone to determine the appropriate level of care, prepares patients for examinations, and assists clinical providers with examinations and procedures. The position performs clinical tasks within the scope of RN licensure, may lead the team as appropriate, and assists with assigning tasks.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience in a physician’s practice or primary care.
Knowledge of minor surgical procedures and sterile techniques.
Graduate of an approved RN School of Nursing.
Current New Jersey RN license.
Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct triage assessments that consider patients’ psychosocial and physiological status, health behaviors, adherence to treatment, and technical procedures.
Perform patient triage consistently by telephone and in person.
Assess patient and family needs, abilities, and readiness to learn; provide telephone instruction when appropriate or schedule appointments.
Follow established documentation standards.
Communicate professionally with staff, supervisors, clients, physicians, and others involved in care.
Handle in-office and telephone emergencies; follow up on stat labs and procedures, medication refills, and PT/INR; order office medications and vaccines.
Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining and documenting vital signs and chief complaints.
Administer vaccines according to protocols and standing orders before physician examinations.
Collect specimens for processing.
Assist with minor surgical procedures and general medical treatment, including administering medication, applying appliances and dressings, and providing first aid for injuries, lacerations, and punctures in accordance with policy.
Administer and document medications requiring calculation and follow-up assessment as directed by the physician.
Perform diagnostic tests, including EKGs, pulmonary function testing, audiograms, and vision screening.
Provide patient education, including diabetic teaching and instruction on inhaler use.
Assist with processing abnormal lab studies as ordered by the physician.
Assist residents and medical students in delivering patient care.
Participate in quality improvement projects.
Lead the team as appropriate and assist with assigning tasks.