Office Nurse - Wolfeboro Family Medicine

Under the general supervision of the Practice Manager, is responsible for working with the providers and practice team to coordinate and ensure the delivery of quality care and medical services.

Position Function and Duties:

Direct Clinical Care:

Accurately documents patient's chief complaint, medical history, and vital signs and completes pertinent forms within the Electronic Health Record and in accordance with the Best Practice Work Flows

Prepares/instructs/positions and drapes the patient

Performs EKGs, PFTs, rapid strep, pregnancy tests and other tests that may be ordered by the physician or provider

Performs phlebotomy and venipuncture as needed

Assists in minor surgeries and procedures such as pap smears, suturing, dressing changes, catheterizations, and casting. Practices aseptic and sterile techniques as needed

Provide patients with educational materials as requested by the provider. Instructs patients about medications, diet, and exercise

Prepares and administers medication as directed by physician or provider or as indicated in the patient record

Ensures timely telephone assessments, including triage of appropriate care for patients with appropriate documentation and scheduling

Orders medications within Hospital policy for refills and prescription processing

Patient Access and Office Coordination:

Schedules appointments and completes orders for patients for appointments, procedures, tests, and consultations with other providers as requested by the provider.

Completes and processes HMO referrals, pre-certifications, or pre-approvals as needed

Answers the telephone, files, and retrieves records as needed

Ensures efficient patient flow and provides timely assessment of patients presenting at the office

Clinical Support:

Provides clinical support for all providers and physicians

Assists providers and physicians with review of reports and clinical studies

Assists providers and physicians with communication to patients regarding test results, recommendations, and responses to treatment plans

Prepares the examination room with needed supplies, instruments, and equipment, and maintains room in a clean manner

Ensures the providers and physicians are on schedule being mindful of emergencies and unexpected interruptions

Prepares specimens and documentation for processing or transportation to processing facility

Ensures vaccines are handled and administered in accordance with standards of the NH Immunization Program with provision for reporting of adverse events

Supply, Equipment and Medication Coordination:

Supervises the maintenance of an inventory of supplies and equipment as required to perform clinical services.

Ensures that emergency equipment is checked and functional

Cares, cleans, and sterilizes equipment per instructions or established procedures

Ensures hazardous materials are stored, handled, and disposed of in accordance with Hospital policies

Ensures vaccines are stored in accordance with standards of the NH Immunization Program

Ensures that sample products are stored properly and that they are inspected periodically and removed if outdated

Keeps drug closets clean and organized while ensuring all medications are current and disposing of expired medications per Hospital policy.

Orders medical supplies and medications/immunizations as needed and keeps exam rooms and bathrooms stocked.

Organizational Expectations:

Attendance: Attendance is an essential job function; employee comes to work daily, on time, and completes scheduled shift

HIPAA: facilitates to maintain patient confidentiality

Internal communication: contributes to positive team performance and a culture of service excellence through effective communication, active listening, and respect

Interpersonal relationships: maintains appropriate interpersonal relationships with staff, patients, and visitors at all times. Works as a team member with other departments.

Safety: Practices workplace safety daily

Employee Engagement:

Actively participates in all hospital Service Excellence initiatives and trainings

Attends and participates in a minimum of 50% department staff meetings and signs off on review of 100% department staff meeting minutes

Completes all required annual education on or before the due date

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the primary functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation, using some combination of skills and abilities and possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation, to safely perform the essential functions of the job.
Minimal physical effort required with occasional light lifting to a maximum of 25 pounds; stooping; and pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingers

Ability to effectively manage considerable mental stress

Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word

Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication

Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and convey information in a clear, concise and accurate manner

Familiarity with computer and other business machines

Qualifications:

Education: Competition of RN or LPN program Experience: One year office experience preferred

Job License and Certification:

NH RN or LPN license

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required