Overview
Position available working 24 hours per week all shifts in all clinical departments. Cares for and treats patients in medical office, as directed by Physician, by performing the following duties. Performs other duties as assigned with scope of practice.
Responsibilities
Rooms and collects patient assessment data. Administers injections and medications. Performs other patient care procedures as directed and according to established criteria. Assists provider during treatment, testing, and examinations. Performs EKG's, simple lab tests and collects venous blood specimens. Maintains timely flow of patients. Provides patient and family education. Documents patient care and related information. Responds to incoming phone calls. Performs telephone triaging of patients. Follows up on patient care as needed. Reviews and maintains charts. Participates in Quality and Performance Improvement. May be required to work alternate shifts and weekends. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Certification/Licensure
Licensed as an RN in State of practice Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days (Other certification per department requirement/eligible: ACLS)
Special Physical Demands
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. This job requires the employee to exert 50 to 100 lbs occasionally and exert or lift 25 to 50 lbs of force frequently. There is frequent reaching, handling, fingering, hearing and talking. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision and depth perception.
Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations
https://www.youtube.com/embed/eSlME3SVZdA To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
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