What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Allegro Pediatrics?
Description
Allegro Pediatrics-Where Healthier Futures Begin. For more than 55 years, we have been setting the standard for children's medical care on the Eastside. With nearly 90 providers in 8 locations, our mission is to partner with families to heal, nurture, and empower each child in their journey to adulthood.
Want to be a part of a prestigious pediatric environment?
Summary :
The Registered Nurse (RN) works under the direction of providers and managers to provide excellent nursing care to patients in the clinic and on the phone. Our Nurse position requires a team player with a positive attitude while following all company procedures and maintaining a positive working relationship with staff, managers, directors, and providers.
Primary Responsibilities :
- Provide patient care within scope of practice, including services supported by medically approved protocols, with / without provider encounter such as medication administration, and lab procedures
- Provide education to patients and families while fostering a learning environment for patients, families, and all members of the health care team
- Administer medications and vaccines; Perform phlebotomy and other lab processes
- Independently triages patients in person, on the phone, or through the patient portal utilizing protocols, guidelines and standards set by Allegro Pediatrics.
- Uses critical thinking skills in making decisions regarding patient care which includes knowledge and integration of relevant standards and resources
- Delegates selected patient care functions to others in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence
- Process and approve patient prescription refills per Allegro standing ordering guidelines
- Communicate appropriate information to providers and other health team members in a timely manner. Collaborate with all clinic staff and clinic manager
- Promote atmosphere of patient care and customer service excellence, respecting patient rights, confidentiality, diversity, and developmental needs. Participate in committee and quality improvement activities as requested
- Manage nurse room appointments
- Obtain patient x-rays after appropriate training performed at Allegro
- Perform Medical Assistant duties and other duties as assigned
Requirements
Background check
Current COVID booster, or as newly released, and annually each fall