RN Outpatient Specialty - Pre-Anesthesia Clinic (LPAC)

Logan Health•Kalispell, MT

About The Position

Provides professional nursing care to patients in an outpatient ambulatory setting and coordinates care with other disciplines. Assesses individual patients, anticipates the needs of the care team, and provides services while maintaining a safe environment. The position is in the Pre-Anesthesia Clinic (LPAC). Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and organizational needs and may be adjusted as needed. Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

Requirements

Current Montana RN license or a multi-state compact license authorizing practice in Montana.
Current HCP CPR certification.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, initiative, critical thinking, prioritization, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to teamwork and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
Maintain computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn other software as needed.

Nice To Haves

BSN degree preferred.
Minimum of two years of nursing experience preferred.
Current ACLS and PALS certifications may be required in certain departments and, if required, must be obtained within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Assess patients using all available information and incorporating the patient’s perception of illness.
Develop an individualized plan of care for each patient and update it throughout the visit as appropriate.
Identify safety issues concerning patients and staff during visits.
Review medication lists independently and provide ongoing medication or treatment education at the direction of a physician or advanced practice provider.
Coordinate with the healthcare team to provide continuity of care.
Participate in developing and delivering education and competency validation for clinical staff.
Use department standards of care and individualize care on an ongoing basis according to department standards.
Administer medications per provider order.
Complete department competencies while demonstrating professionalism.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.
Perform other duties consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job, as assigned.