Clinic RN: Impactful Care in Multi-Specialty Team

St. Mary’s Physician Associates, LLC.; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Oklahoma is seeking a Registered Nurse to assist with various patient care duties, including administering medications, vital signs monitoring, and documentation. Applicants should have a nursing degree and experience, alongside excellent communication and organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary, generous paid time off, and comprehensive medical plans, making it a rewarding opportunity for dedicated professionals.

Qualifications

• Must be a RN with an accredited nursing degree and state RN license.
• Must have CPR/BLS certification.
• 1-3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients.
• Document patient care in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor treatment.

Skills

Proficiency in basic computer programs

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

RN - Completion of nursing training from an accredited school

Minimum of two (2) years college or associate degree

BSN preferred

Current BLS/CPR certification

Current state registered nurse license

Tools

Microsoft Office

EKG machine

Job description

Responsibilities

About st. mary’s physician associates

St. Mary’s Physician Associates is a multi-specialty group of employed physicians and midlevel providers that serve a ten-county area in NW Oklahoma. It is located in Enid, Oklahoma which is the county seat for Garfield County. The group has satellite clinics in Hennessey, Fairview, Okeene, Woodward, and Ponca City. St. Mary’s Physician Associates is affiliated with St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, a 229-bed facility. The Hospital has been recognized as an “A” rated facility by the Leapfrog Group, has obtained The Joint Commission Advanced Primary Stroke Center certification and the first hospital in Oklahoma to obtain Advanced Total Joint Replacement certification. The Hospital has also received awards for the Top 100 Safe Care Hospitals in the US, Award of Excellence by Health Grades for their Total Joint Replacement Program, received a Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Hospitals for Obstetrics, Patient Safety and Emergency Care, they were named as a Top Workplace in Oklahoma, and many other prestigious awards. None of those would be possible without the performance of an outstanding Medical Staff and St. Mary’s Physician Associates is the foundation of their strength.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists in covering the front desk as required. Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. Delegates as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act. Refers to/consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns. Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.

Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, was formed in 2012 as the physician services unit of UHS. IPM develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics which align with UHS acute care facilities. It also provides select services for the Behavioral Health division of UHS. Through continuing growth, IPM operates in 11 markets across six states and the District of Columbia. Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve.

As a St. Mary’s Physician Associates employee you will be part of a first class organization offering:

• A Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match

Job Functions:

Team Responsibilities:

• Participates in decision-making and process improvement.
• Communicates effectively within and beyond assigned team.
• Focuses on the problem or issue, not the person.
• Assist with daily clerical operations, including answering multi-phone lines and making copies of documents as necessary.
• Schedules patient appointments as necessary, return visits and Specialists.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Ensures that patient rooms are kept stocked and clean; also ensures that equipment is kept clean.
• Distributes referrals as necessary to physicians and insurance companies; keep proper documentation of referral requests/responses in patient charts.
• Pre-authorize prescriptions and clinical tests (CT, MRI, Ultrasound, etc.) as necessary.
• Phone/faxing patient prescriptions as necessary.
• Schedules tests as ordered by Provider.
• Contacts patients with lab results and sends letters to patients as necessary.
• Accurately performs clinical duties to include triaging patients, checking patient vitals, administering injections and venipunctures, and prepping patients for physician exam.
• Accurately performs a variety of clinical testing, including EKG, PFT, PAP, CLIA waived lab tests, ear irrigations, 02 sats, vision/color charts, and urinalysis/hemoccult tests according to physician orders.
• Labels patient specimens and completes lab slips accurately; separates lab slips monthly.
• Thoroughly and accurately complete patient information forms prior to physician meeting with patient; assist physician with chart as necessary.
• Adheres to IPM Safety and Quality guidelines.
• Engage clients and families in the development and implementation of a care plan with evidence based patient education.
• Triage patient concerns in accordance with evidence-based nursing judgement.
• Appropriate response to crisis interventions and emergency response.
• Performs advanced nursing procedures under the direction of the Physician or Advanced Practice Provider within the scope of licensure (may include IV medication administration, wound care, procedural assist).

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Acts as a professional role model and mentor when coaching new team members on clinic workflows as related to clinical processes.
• Serves as a resource to other members of the team for clinical work challenges.
• Demonstrates and coaches an exceptional patient interaction process.
• Assists the Practice Administrator in day-to-day operations to deliver the highest quality care to patients in an efficient manner as directed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Requirements:

Education/Certification:

• RN - Completion of nursing training from an accredited school of nursing. Minimum of two (2) years college or associate degree. BSN preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• Current state registered nurse license.

Work experience:

• Minimum of one to three (1-3) years working as a Registered Nurse required.
• Three to five (3-5) years of related experience (preferred).

Knowledge:

• General office procedures

Skills:

• Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Abilities:

• Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions.

Equipment Operated:

• Office equipment such as fax machine, copier and telephone system
• EKG machine
• Computer

Work environment:

• Works in a well-lighted, OSHA Standard environment
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases
• May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment as necessary

Mental/Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situation
• Must be able to see with corrective eye wear
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

About Universal Health Services (UHS), Inc.

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $12.6 billion in 2021. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 89,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

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