Registered Nurse Ii/Lpn- Adult Cardiology- Allouez

This position will work 32 hrs per week

RN Level II

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Job Summary

Provides professional nursing care under supervision for clinic infusion patients Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with nursing standards. Assists with the preparation of equipment. Room patients, obtain brief history, complaint and document pertinent information including vital signs. Provide telephone advice to patients as directed/Provide telephone follow-up to patients as directed. Communicate with providers regarding any patient status changes. Communicate with hospitals and other offices as directed by the providers. Administer IV Infusion Therapy as directed by Provider. Facilitate/perform lab & diagnostic testing per provider order Act as a liaison for providers Facilitate completion of forms as appropriate Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Maintains timely flow of patients. Responsible for preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas. Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Use of electronic medical record (EMR) (may include but not limited to: documentation, referrals, order entry, pre-certification, etc.). Maintains patient confidentiality. Other duties designated under the scope of licensure. Performs related work as required.

What you will do

• Leadership

• Demonstrates a commitment to Prevea Clinic's mission, vision, values, and goals.

• Promotes teamwork and provides a supportive environment for staff in the department and other departments that interact with the department.

• Solicits suggestions for problem solving and process improvement from the staff and providers in the department.

• Implements solutions to improve department function with consideration of and sensitivity to the impact of other departments and the overall clinic functioning.

• Supervises the day-to-day operations of the staff to assure a high level of productivity and customer service.

• Analyzes and recommends changes in department processes, systems, and procedures to increase efficiencies in the department.

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, effective priority setting, and follow through in supervising the nursing staff of the department.

• Acts as a role model for staff through professional conduct, adhering to the dress code, appropriate communication, excellent customer service skills, and supports management decisions.

• Encourages initiative, confidence, and loyalty of personnel by demonstrating these qualities in relationships with staff, administration, and providers.

• Creates a climate where the staff is empowered and strives to do their best.

• Leads with an understanding of the philosophy of a physician owned clinic.

• Clinical Expectations

• Telephone triage.

• Give patients telephone advice using nursing judgment within the scope of license.

• Communicate with providers about patient calls received.

• Triage patients to the appropriate setting if there is a need to be seen.

• Provide patient education.

• Report test results to patients and instructs as to the appropriate follow-up.

• Call in prescription refills as directed.

• Assist in scheduling patients.

• Communicate with hospitals and other offices as directed by providers.

• Rooming patients.

• Assisting with procedures.

• Perform related work as required/ requested by the supervisor/coordinator.

• Oversee ordering clinic supplies with respect to the budget.

• Maintain all medication and vaccine integrity.

• Fiscal Responsibilities

• Oversees the purchasing of supplies and recommends equipment purchases required for the daily operations of the department within budgeted parameters.

• Reviews budget and monitors variances on a monthly basis.

• Works with Senior Regional Director, Clinical Manager, regional supervisors, and staff to develop an appropriate action plan for variances.

• Collaborates with the Senior Regional Director, Clinical Manager and the regional supervisors to develop an annual department budget.

• Monitors staffing schedules to minimize variances to the budget while maintaining quality customer service.

• Analyzes and interprets financial data, and initiates suggestions to improve department productivity

• Quality Improvement

• Participates in the clinic's continuous quality improvement programs.

• Promotes a safe work environment and demonstrates knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, disaster plans, and safety processes.

• Promotes efficiency in the department while maintaining customer satisfaction.

• Department Planning

• Plans and coordinates all necessary services with staff and other departments to meet patient needs.

• Assures the department has the appropriate resources and staffing to ensure quality patient care.

• Uses creativity and innovation in problem solving, and developing new processes and services for the department.

• Works in conjunction with the Senior Regional Director and Clinical Manager in strategic planning for the department.

• Organize quarterly committee service projects and events.

• Customer Service

• Dedicated to meeting or exceeding the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.

• Supports clinic wide customer service initiatives and serves as a customer service role model.

• Reviews customer satisfaction data with physicians and staff, and assists in identifying opportunities for change and improvement.

• Responds to complaints in a timely manner according to the Quality Resources Policy.

• Communication

• Communicates with staff and management in other departments to create a seamless process for patient care.

• Immediately communicates changes in provider and staff schedules to members of the department.

• Holds regular meetings with staff.

• Communicates new information to staff in a timely manner.

• Assures confidentiality of management information, staff information, and patient information.

• Attends and contributes to supervisory meetings and participates in committees as appropriate.

• Communicates with the Clinical Manager on a regular basis and submits appropriate reports as requested.

• Clinical Competencies

• Has a working knowledge of all clinical roles under their supervision, and is available as a clinical resource to the staff.

• Understands clinical competencies in dealing with age groups, disease processes, and department procedures.

• Human Resources

• Responds to performance issues in a timely manner in accordance with Prevea Clinic's discipline policy.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates staff performance.

• Recruits staff in a timely manner to fill open positions and consults with HR to determine the appropriate wage for each candidate.

• Implements individual and group training programs to develop staff competencies.

• Identifies educational needs of staff and coordinate the process for staff to attend educational opportunities within budgeted parameters.

• Holds staff accountable for the department and organizational policies and procedures.

Experience Qualifications

• Previous experience working on an Electronic medical record (EMR) Required

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for registered nursing to provide patient care and treatment

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care

• Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients

• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care

• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment

• Skills in taking vital signs

• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results

• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments

• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance

• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and staff

• Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions

• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures

• Ability to communicate clearly

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

• Ability to work under stressful or emergency situations with high concentration and energy level

• Must display excellent teamwork

Licenses and Certifications

• RN with current Wisconsin license Upon Hire Required
• CPR certification Upon Hire Required
• RN experience Upon Hire Preferred

Physical Demands

• Sit

• Occasionally

• Stand

• Frequently

• Walk

• Frequently

• Drive

• Rarely

• Climb (Stairs/Ladders)

• Rarely

• Bend (Neck)

• Frequently

• Bend (Waist)

• Frequently

• Squat

• Occasionally

• Twist/Turn (Neck)

• Occasionally

• Twist/Turn(Waist)

• Occasionally

• Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.

• Frequently

• Lift/Carry 11-25 lbs.

• Occasionally

• Lift/Carry 26-35 lbs.

• Rarely

• Lift/Carry 36-50 lbs.

• Rarely

• Push/Pull 11-25 lbs.

• Rarely

• Push/Pull 26-35 lbs.

• Rarely

• Push/Pull 36-50 lbs.

• Rarely

• Push/Pull 51-75 lbs.

• Rarely

• Reach (Above shoulder level)

• Frequently

• Reach (Below shoulder level)

• Frequently

• Simple Grasping (Hands/Arms)

• Constantly

• Fine Manipulation (Hands/Arms)

• Frequently

• Gross Manipulation (Hands/Arms)

• Occasionally

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold

• Rarely

• Extreme heat

• Rarely

• Humidity

• Rarely

• Wet

• Rarely

• Noise

• Occasionally

• Hazards

• Occasionally

Hearing Requirements

• Hears Whispers < 3 feet

• Constantly

• Hears Whispers 3-8 feet

• Constantly

Vision Requirements

• Color Discrimination

• Constantly

• Near Vision (Correctable to Jaeger 2 or 20/30 binocular)

• Constantly

• Distance Vision (Correctable to Snellen chart 20/30 binocular)

• Constantly

Prevea is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United State and to complete the required employment eligibility document form upon hire. Prevea participates in E-verify. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify