Rn Jobs in Orange County

About The Position

Requirements

• Current Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
• Self-discipline, energy, passion, and innovation.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to communicate clearly and courteously with patients and external parties.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and quality-control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and document efficiently in an electronic health record.
• Knowledge of vaccine administration, storage, handling, and documentation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care and examination procedures, and examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care and of common safety hazards and precautions.
• Skill in assisting with treatments and medications as directed and in taking vital signs.
• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Customer-service skills, social perceptiveness, and a service-oriented approach.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patients and collaborate with the clinical team to develop plans of care.
• Administer medications, injections, and treatments, and perform routine medical procedures.
• Set up EKG machines, administer injections including testosterone, and perform routine specimen collection and tests.
• Provide medical triage by telephone and respond to patient phone calls as appropriate.
• Provide health counseling and education to patients and their families, using educational tools and materials as needed.
• Foster direct communication among the clinical team, patients or caregivers, and appropriate care providers to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with team members on chart preparation and to address gaps in care.
• Promote improved clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction, and efficient use of resources.
• Act as a patient advocate to help ensure high-quality care.
• Review physician orders and lab requests and follow up as needed; call in prescriptions or refill orders as approved and directed.
• Measure and record vital signs and other health-related information in patient charts.
• Communicate test results to patients as directed, including reading TB results, and document notes in the EHR.
• Assist with Department of Transportation, FMLA, and medical disability application forms.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and protect patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
• Attend meetings and participate in classroom activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits eligible.