Registered Nurse

GENERAL SUMMARY

Functions as a procedure nurse for office based vascular procedures at Brown Health Medical Group, Surgery. Reports to the Nurse Manager. Collaborates with surgeons, advanced practice practitioners, managers, supervisors, clinical and secretarial staff to facilitate patient-centered care.

Demonstrates an understanding of the organization, its policies and procedures related to clinical practice operations. Displays professionalism while addressing patient issues. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the nurse may provide direct patient care, patient triage, assessment, planning, directing, evaluating, and education of a patient’s specific surgical procedure care plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Use electronic medical records (EMR) systems effectively
• Provide direct patient care in the vascular procedure suite under the direction and supervision of the surgeon
• Prepare the out-patient vascular procedure suite – set up instruments, equipment, and medications
• Provide pre- and post-procedure education and teaching for vascular patients related to their procedure and post-op instructions
• Prepare patient’s chart with pertinent clinical information. Obtain and document a patient’s focused physical assessment, related to the procedure, and document in the EMR
• Obtain and accurately record patient’s vital signs and report abnormal values to the surgeon
• Administer medications and treatments to patients in the procedure suite, under the direction of a surgeon
• Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines. Collaborate with the vascular nurse supervisor to develop and implement best practices to facilitate care for patients and improve patient satisfaction
• Responsible for other duties, clinical or administrative, as may be assigned by the BSA vascular nurse supervisor. Provide coverage for the nurse supervisor in her absence

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN) and a current RN License to practice in the state of Rhode Island
• BLS required, ACLS preferred
• Experience in a medical-surgical office setting required, vascular preferred
• Knowledge of sterile technique, OSHA guidelines, Universal Precautions, and proper use of personal protective equipment
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codes
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Electronic Medical Record and computerized appointment scheduling systems
• Required to travel to Brown Surgical Associates satellite offices
• Ability to work as a team member
• Well-organized with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Empathetic with patient needs and concerns
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines
• Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services
• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for long periods of time, ability to lift up to 20 pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Conditions common to an out-patient medical practice environment. Employees are required to be vaccinated against Covid as a condition of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None.

Pay Range

$35.70-$71.40

Location

LPG-Providence-2 Dudley St - 2 Dudley St Providence, Rhode Island 02905

Work Type

per diem

Work Shift

Day

Daily Hours

10 hours

Driving Required

Yes

EOE/F/M/Vet/Disabled

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