Specialty/Procedure RN - Dermatology

Best Care•Omaha, NE

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty/Procedure RN is accountable for delivering quality care to patients and families according to each patient's individualized needs. The nurse supports in-office procedures by preparing instruments, equipment, medications, and supplies; applying sterile technique; assisting physicians; and monitoring patients before, during, and after procedures. The role includes assessment and reassessment of patient stability, procedure tolerance, pain, medication response, and infection status, as well as providing support and helping patients relax during procedures. The nurse communicates clearly with the healthcare team and follows infection-control practices for equipment and supplies. The role also involves triage, patient preparation, education, medication administration, diagnostic testing, IV therapy, phlebotomy, follow-up care, maintaining a clean and stocked work area, and accurate resource and supply charging. The position is based at Methodist Physicians Clinic - West Dodge Medical Plaza, 515 N 162nd Ave, Omaha, Nebraska. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Three to five years of previous experience in a clinical nursing unit.
Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, valid compact multistate license, or temporary permit while awaiting licensure.
Complete annual mandatory education requirements.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and coworkers.
Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments.
Ability to learn, retain, and use computer skills required for department and hospital information systems.
Critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Attention to detail, assessment skills, knowledge of basic sterile technique, ability to use an automated external defibrillator (AED), and ability to perform IV therapy.
Willingness to learn infection-control principles.
Knowledge of clinic nursing, including phone triage, emergency preparedness, IV infusions, and provider coverage.
Ability to identify emergency scenarios and take corrective action calmly and efficiently.
Ability to demonstrate calmness, thorough assessment, and empathy when handling fetal loss situations and evaluating postpartum patients.
Ability to perform IV therapy, including insertion, aseptic technique, site and dressing care, and pump use.
Microsoft Office experience for reporting in-office procedure data collection and chart audits.
Ability to perform medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in Labor & Delivery, inpatient or outpatient surgery, or plastic surgery.
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at hire; BLS is required within three months of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide age-appropriate, individualized patient care and customer service.
Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, prioritize data collection, triage calls, and notify physicians or provide care according to their orders.
Prepare patients for physician examinations by assessing symptoms, obtaining vital signs and relevant information, reviewing records, and documenting information and procedures.
Develop, review, revise, and individualize care plans; collaborate with providers and clinical disciplines; and provide patient and family education.
Implement the established plan of care safely and follow nursing protocols, standards of care, and current evidence-based practices.
Perform technical skills independently and safely, learn new skills and equipment, and follow procedures for obtaining, returning, cleaning, or disposing of equipment and supplies.
Administer medications as ordered by injection, inhalation, oral, or intravenous methods; perform diagnostic testing, start, maintain, and discontinue IV infusions; and perform phlebotomy.
Maintain professional conduct, communicate effectively, participate in meetings or committees as needed, and help keep the unit stocked and clean.
Identify, report, communicate, and help correct or minimize risks to patients, families, and staff; practice within the Nurse Practice Act and provide follow-up care according to department guidelines.
Assist physicians with procedures by preparing and monitoring patients, preparing supplies, medications, and equipment, and assisting as instructed. Procedures may include colposcopy, LEEP, HSG, hysteroscopy, endometrial ablation, coaptite, cystoscopy, medication administration, suturing, breathing treatments, mole removal, biopsies, and other diagnostic tests or procedures.
Maintain clean and organized work areas and support healthy environmental conditions.
Use human and other resources responsibly and charge accurately for supplies and equipment.
Greet, direct, and assist patients promptly and courteously.