Specialty Clinic Nurse (RN/LPN)

Non-exempt, FT day position

General Summary:

Responsible for the overall care of patients seeking service in the Specialty Clinic, Treatment Room, Telehealth, and Mobile Diagnostics which include echocardiograms and vascular studies. Ensures patient comfort before, during and after medical appointments and procedures with visiting providers. Provides direct patient care and is responsible for acting as a liaison between patient and provider, ensuring a seamless transition from diagnosis to treatment. Coordinates patient flow for the visiting provider through telephone response, exam and procedure assistance, and patient education. Administers treatments ordered by the medial practitioner, monitors and records results for physicians. Coordinates services with lab and other departments participating in the care of patients.

Essential Functions:

• Attention to Detail
  • Inputs charges.
  • Prepares the exam area for patients by keeping rooms cleaned, stocked, and ready for use at all times.
  • Files and assists with medical records management.
  • Schedules appointments and tests as ordered by the provider.
  • Administers ordered medications, treatments and completes documentation.
  • Assesses and records patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration and pain level.
  • Collects ordered specimens, such as blood and urine from patients, and forwards to the laboratory.
  • Assesses inventory periodically and requisitions appropriate supplies and instruments.
• Integrity
  • Documentation meets current standards and polices and is completed within the shift.
• Cooperation
  • When requested, assists in the orientation of RNs, LPNs, nurse aides and ward clerks.
  • Collaborates and coordinates with the information technology department to provide telehealth services.
  • Accepts feedback in a positive manner to improve job performance and department operations.
• Concern for Others
  • Prepares patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explains procedures.
  • Supports a culture of safety.
• Dependability
  • Provides appropriate medical records for visiting specialists.
  • Prepares supplies and assembles equipment for the provider.
  • Checks medications and supplies for expiration dates and removes expired inventory from use.
  • Attends organizational and departmental meetings.
• Self Control
  • Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function calmly under stressful situations.
• Persistence
  • Educates patients in the self-administration of treatments, and how to quickly recognize and respond to symptoms of adverse physical reactions to treatments.
• Social Orientation
  • Maintains a good working relationship and effective communication both within the department and with other departments for the benefit of the patient.
  • Collaborates and confers with other healthcare providers regarding patient status and treatment needs.
• Analytical Thinking
  • Consults with other departments, as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
  • Decisions made reflect knowledge of facts, care required, and good judgement.
  • Participates in the department’s quality improvement activities.
  • Completes required educational activities.
• Compliance
  • Promotes and adheres to the provisions of the compliance program.
  • Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility.
  • Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
  • Promotes and adheres to the TVHS core values and Standards of Behavior.

Education and Experience:

Current Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in the State of Nebraska required

Regulatory Requirements:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) validation required.