Stress RN P/T | Deerwood Cardio | Part Time Days

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Ambulatory Administrator or Director, Manager and Medical Director, the RN utilizes the Nursing Process to provide care, coordination of care, and patient education to a group of patients in a medical home model. The RN assists providers in delivering quality healthcare by performing assignments appropriate to the age and developmental level of patients while providing excellent customer service in a team-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists the clinician in delivering quality patient care including measuring vital signs, obtaining history, initiating EMR progress note, and updating allergy, medication, and problem lists. Also performs or assists with dressing changes, pulse oximetry, respiratory treatments, point-of-care testing, vision and hearing screens, and other required procedures as indicated.
• Facilitates scheduling and follow-up for patients referred for consults and procedures.
• Administers vaccines, medications, and treatments as ordered by the provider and within scope of practice. In pediatric clinics, ensures vaccines are stocked and in compliance with the Vaccines for Children/Florida SHOTS program.
• Plans and implements age-appropriate care based on assessment, diagnosis, standard of care, medical treatment plan, and progress toward desired outcomes while assessing individual physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs.
• Identifies patient/family education needs for growth, development, safety, nutrition, and wellness; coordinates or delivers training and evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching plan.
• Accurately and efficiently documents findings, plans, and interventions in the electronic medical record and evaluates the effectiveness of care with subsequent updates.
• Acquires and maintains knowledge and skills in nursing practice to support the professional development of self and peers.
• Performs preliminary specimen collection and CLIA-waived lab testing as indicated (e.g., urinalysis, rapid strep, hemoglobin, lead testing, etc.).
• Provides phone triage and coordinates scheduling for urgent appointments as needed.
• Assists the provider with prescription refills, hospital discharge planning, and overall care coordination.

Required Qualifications

• 1 year RN Ambulatory care setting experience required
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associates degree required
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Florida Licensure required
• BLS required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors in Nursing preferred