Licensed Registered Nurse for Pediatric Clinic
Job Description
Job DescriptionChosen Pediatrics Care Par Excellence, PLLC is a fast-growing, newly established pediatric clinic serving the greater Magnolia/Conroe/Spring/The Woodlands/Tomball areas in Texas. We are looking to add a fresh, excited, qualified, and talented professional to our team.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse is responsible for assisting in the delivery of primary health care and patient care in a team-based, patient-centered growing specialty clinic; provides clinical support to medical practitioners, assists the practitioner in the performance of Medical Procedures, and conducts follow-up with the patients concerning lab and other test results; performs phlebotomy work and injections; manages patient records; acts as a liaison between the patient, hospital, other providers and the practitioners.
We offer competitive pay, PTO/Vacation, sick, and holiday pay. Weekends and holidays off. The rate of pay is based on experience and credentials.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
* A Bachelor's Degree is the minimum requirement for this position (Degree certificate is required).
*A Nursing Degree certificate is required for this position. (Proof of Texas license #).
• Training competence equivalent to five (3-5) years of experience drawing blood and administering vaccines to pediatric patients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• MUST have three (3) years of experience drawing blood and administering vaccines in a medical care setting. Performs routine blood drawing procedures, including venipuncture, and techniques using standard equipment, including vacutainer tubes and sleeves, tourniquets, syringes, and butterfly needles.
• MUST have three (3) years of experience using electronic medical records systems such as eClinicalWorks. Maintains patient files, records, and other information.
• Documents in vaccine, laboratory, and medication inventory logs, logs of refrigerator and freezer temps as required.
• Verifies patient records, vaccination statuses, and reconciles data. Updates patients' records when changes are made. Will also research/ examine patient backgrounds prior to appointments for accuracy and planning preparation and coordinate with PCPs if needed.
• Prepares patients for PCP examination and treatment, including taking histories, weight/height measurements, and vital signs.
• Administers prescribed medications, including routine immunizations, therapeutic injections, and inhalation medications via nebulizer under the direction of a provider.
• Maintains the inventory of supplies and informs the designated person of needed supplies.
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments; prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization; performs terminal cleaning of exam rooms.
• Assists with diagnostic tests, treatments, and referrals.
• Proficient in communicating with patient families regarding medical questions and care via telephone. Must be able to relay pertinent information to medical providers efficiently.
• Assists PCPs in preparing for minor procedures.
• Assists in maintaining compliance with quality assurance standards, including CLIA.
EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES:
• Minimum of three (3) professional references (supervisors, teachers, owners, bosses, trainers) from your most recent employers (No exceptions). No co-workers or staff from other departments can be substituted.
• Good organizational skills to handle multiple priorities while remaining professional and calm.
• Ability to perform functions with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work at a high-volume level of accuracy.
• Be committed to the mission of Chosen Pediatrics Care Par Excellence PLLC.
• Be punctual with scheduled work and use time appropriately.
• Must be able to pass a background check.