Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assitant

Trusted Doctors; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401k

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Holidays for eligible employees

Job summary

Trusted Doctors in Columbia, MD seeks a full-time or part-time clinical professional to prepare patients for visits, enter data in EMR, and administer immunizations. RNs and LPNs may perform phone triage; candidates should be willing to work 3–5 days, plus two self-scheduled Saturdays per month.

Benefits include Paid Time Off, 401k, Health Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts and Paid Holidays for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• 1 year experience, preferably in a pediatric medical group practice.
• Possession of a Commonwealth of Virginia Nursing License.
• CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Performs general nursing care for patients, including administration of immunizations and treatments under provider direction.
• Updates patient medical records and uses computer templates.
• Participates in team huddles to discuss the day’s appointments and resources.
• Greet patients, screen for information, and obtain vitals for visits.
• Prepares equipment and assists providers during treatment and testing.
• Observes and reports patient conditions or adverse reactions to medications.
• Arranges referrals to specialists or tests and hospital admissions.
• Provides education to parents/patients by phone or in person.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and keeps exam rooms stocked.

Skills

Nursing skills

Pediatric care

Communication

Confidentiality

Emergency response

Education

RN license (Virginia)

CPR certification

Pediatric nursing experience (1 year)

Nursing degree (accredited)

Job description

Description

We are looking for a full time or part time clinical professional for our busy independent pediatric practice in Columbia. We are seeking a healthcare professional who enjoys working with children and their families. Duties will consist of preparing patients for their healthcare visits, entering data into an EMR, and administering immunizations. RNs and LPNs will be required to perform phone triage.

This position requires someone who is able to work 3 - 5 days per week Monday through Friday and two self-scheduled Saturdays per month. Although we prefer clinical experience, new graduates are welcome to apply. Our Pediatric office is a GREAT PLACE to work offering excellent benefits such as: Paid Time Off; 401k; Health Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts and Paid Holidays for eligible employees.

We look forward to you joining our amazing team!

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs general nursing care for patients, including administration of immunizations, allergy shots, antibiotics, and performs treatments under the direction of the providers.
• Ensures established patient medical records are updated according to practice protocol including progress notes, immunization records, and other information are in place and computer templates are used.
• The Nurse participates in a team huddle with the Provider to discuss the day’s appointments and identifies if any resources are needed.
• Greets patients and prepares them for the provider’s examination. Screens patient/parent for appropriate information, and obtains vital statistics appropriate for age, gender, and type of visit. Instructs patient/parent in the collection process of specimens and tests.
• Prepares equipment and aids the provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patient’s condition, adverse reaction to medication or treatment to the provider.
• Arrange patient referrals to specialists, special tests, and/or hospital admissions.
• Provides educational aids and information to parent/patients by telephone or in person.
• Maintains confidentiality concerning patients’ medical and financial information. Patient’s protected health and financial information may not be disclosed without prior written authorization from the parent/guardian (or patient is he/she has reached majority).
• Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and equipment in clinical area.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION AND CREDENTIALS:

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• 1 year experience, preferably in a pediatric medical group practice
• Possession of a Commonwealth of Virginia Nursing License
• CPR certified required

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Competency in operating medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge required to maintain a safe work environment.
• Skilled in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide patient care.
• Possess the ability to maintain quality control standards, react calmly and effectively in emergencies, interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures, communicate clearly, and work effectively with co-workers, while maintaining confidentiality of clinical information

• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays for eligible employees

This job description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. This job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.