Registered Nurse-Full Time-Plastic Surgery

University Clinical Health, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Clinical Health, Inc. is seeking a registered nurse to provide professional nursing care for patients in a clinic setting. The role involves preparing equipment, assisting physicians, administering medications, and monitoring patient vital signs.

Strong IDX scheduling/registration skills are required. The ideal candidate holds RN licensure in TN (or a compact state) and preferably a BSN or associate degree, with 1–2 years of clinic/hospital experience and excellent communication

Qualifications

• RN licensure in TN or compact state required.
• BSN or Associate degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of clinic or hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of IDX Scheduling/Registration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for patient comfort and well-being.
• Prepare equipment and assist physician during examinations and procedures.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor vital signs.
• Maintain patient records and observe patient progress.
• Schedule appointments and manage phone triage using IDX system.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Anatomy

Physiology

Medical Terminology

IDX Scheduling

Communication (written)

Communication (verbal)

Medical chart requirements

Education

RN licensure TN

BSN preferred

Tools

IDX system

Job description

Description

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME

Who We Are:

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients. University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Position Summary:

Provides professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients. Prepares equipment and assists physician during examinations and treatments. Administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, clean wounds, and monitors vital signs. Observes and maintains records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress. Utilizes automated scheduling system (IDX) to schedule appointments and phone triage.

Key Results Areas (KRAs):

• Patient Assessment
• Patient education/resources
• Patient procedures
• Exam room readiness
• Prescription renewal process
• Equipment availability and effectiveness
• Pre-certification/authorization effectiveness
• Effective telephone triage
• HIPPA/regulatory compliance
• Team effectiveness
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills,

• Knowledge of nursing, anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• Knowledge of equipment, sterilize techniques and procedures of treatment
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Knowledge and application of medical chart requirements
• Ability to read charts to ensure lab tests and reports are included for physician review
• Medical assessment skills
• Knowledge of IDX system - Scheduling / Registration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Requires RN Certification and State of TN or compact state licensure Required
• Bachelor of Science degree (BSN) or associate degree Preferred
• Proven experience in clinic or hospital setting Preferred
• 1-2 years’ experience in specific specialty area Preferred
• Knowledge of nursing, anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• Knowledge of equipment, sterilize techniques and procedures of treatment
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Knowledge and application of medical chart requirements
• Ability to read charts to ensure lab tests and reports are included for physician review
• Medical assessment skills
• Knowledge of IDX system - Scheduling / Registration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills