Registered Nurse (RN) - Ambulatory Care, ENT, FT

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

7d•Onsite

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 uses ambulatory care nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice to promote wellness, restore health, and address health-related situational problems. Patient care is individualized to meet physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs. The nurse assesses patients, develops and documents care plans, administers prescribed medications and treatments, coordinates care, delegates tasks appropriately, and communicates patient information to the healthcare team. The nurse also supports patient and family education, maintains a compassionate and safe environment, participates in team education and mentoring, and upholds organizational policies and compliance requirements.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN), or an RN diploma or certificate accepted in lieu of the degree.
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.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care within established policies, procedures, protocols, and the applicable scope of practice.
Provide patient care based on an individualized plan that addresses physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs.
Apply ambulatory care nursing knowledge and competencies to promote wellness, restore health, and address health-related situational problems.
Assess patients and use current ambulatory nursing knowledge and evidence-based practice to develop individualized care plans.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocol.
Coordinate and document patient care, including assessments, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety.
Delegate tasks and duties to healthcare team members 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 on recommended post-visit self-care tasks and integrate education throughout care.
Provide a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
Serve as a role model and participate in educating and mentoring care team members.
Attend department and organizational meetings and complete annual and as-needed compliance training.
Use supplies and resources safely and efficiently, and maintain a clean, safe, and 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.