Registered Nurse - Infectious Disease

Summit Health CityMD•Berkeley Heights, NJ

18h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides patient support and communication and facilitates an exceptional patient experience that builds satisfaction, trust, and organizational loyalty. The role includes welcoming and preparing patients for appointments, sharing relevant visit information, and communicating clearly about scheduled services. Nurses provide direct patient care, carry out provider-directed orders, and help maintain safe, high-quality clinical operations.

Requirements

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Phlebotomy experience required.
High school diploma or equivalency required.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience preferred.
Current BLS certification for healthcare providers preferred; certification is required within 90 days of employment.
Experience in primary care, family practice, internal medicine, urgent care, or emergency room preferred.
Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate kindness and compassion in all patient interactions.
Prepare and administer oral, intramuscular, and intradermal medications as directed by the provider, following the Rights of Vaccine or Medication Administration.
Perform point-of-care laboratory tests, EKGs as ordered or indicated, suture and staple removal, dressing changes, and other patient care activities.
Collect and document vital signs, histories, and screenings.
Instruct patients regarding medications and diet.
Authorize prescription refills as directed.
Prepare patients, rooms, and supplies for visits or examinations.
Perform phlebotomy and correctly process specimens.
Clean and maintain treatment rooms and equipment.
Perform quality controls and equipment checks.