Clinic Nurse

Essential Job Responsibilities:

· Coordinates the collection of documentation required prior to the patient's visit including: labs, x-rays, physician notes, etc.

· Assists as needed with patient assessments adapting basic procedures to patient medical needs and treatment stage.

· Coordinates and ensures patients are in the room and ready for the physician to see.

· Prepares equipment and aids providers during treatment, examination, and procedures.

· Charts physician orders and documents treatment plan. Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to treatment.

· Administers general nursing care and/or medications as directed.

· Coordinates and assists with discharge instructions, follow-up care, diagnostic tests, and existing and new medication instructions.

· Acts as a liaison between patients and doctors and answer questions or offer guidance for patient families.

· Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems to support the overall mission of the organization; recommends new approaches and procedures to continually improve efficiency of the department and services.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

· Graduate of an approved school of Nursing.

· License to practice in Mississippi

· 1-3 years RN experience; Orthopedic or Med-Surg experience

Other Requirements:

· Current Mississippi Nursing license and BLS certification.

· Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and staff.

· Exceptional organizational skills required. Must be able to complete tasks with a high-degree of efficiency and accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment with frequent disruptions. Must have the ability to work independently while managing time and workload appropriately.

· Must demonstrate ability to analyze data and resolve complex problems.

· Proficiency of electronic records systems.

· Must be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently within interpretive guidelines, and perform effectively in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.

· Must be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and physicians. Must be able to demonstrate a strong sense of customer-focus.

· Must have and maintain a valid Mississippi driver's license and be able to travel to all clinic locations, as needed.

· Must have the ability to work overtime, as needed.

· Must have the ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to successfully perform required job duties.