RN Clinic Nurse - Blank Psychiatry Clinic - Full Time Days

MedStar Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a nurse for a Pediatric behavioral clinic in Des Moines, Iowa. This role involves providing direct patient care to children ages 0-18, assisting with examinations, and coordinating educational efforts regarding psychotropic medications. Candidates should have a nursing license, relevant experience, and strong communication skills, with a competitive salary and benefits including a sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Paid time off

401K matching

Employee recognition program

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Previous clinical experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Fluent in English.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with patient care for kids 0-18 years in a Pediatric behavioral clinic.
• Manage ongoing consultative relationships with providers and coordinate communications.
• Document patient information and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Multicultural Sensitivity

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited RN nursing program

BSN preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Area of Interest: Nursing
• Sign On Bonus: $5,000
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9
• Department: Blank Psychiatry- Meth- PB
• Shift: 36 hours a week: varied Mon-Thurs 7a-4:30p, Fri 7a-12p
• Job ID: 167175

Overview

Performs a variety of clinical duties; responsible for assisting the physician with direct and indirect patient care for kids 0-18 years of age in a Pediatric behavioral clinic. Prepares the patient for examination, treatment, diagnostic and laboratory duties, patient education, and minor surgical procedures. Performs other tasks as required, both administrative and clinical.

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• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching, and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability, and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career, and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

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Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Manage and coordinate ongoing professional consultative relationships with referring PCP providers, therapists, schools, and other legal and community resources.
• Possess strong communication skills in person and by phone.
• Provide thorough education on psychotropic medication uses, indications, risks, benefits, and adverse effects.
• Provide phone triage, coordinating communication between patient caregivers and providers, maintaining accurate documentation, and communicating appropriate follow-up recommendations.
• Coordinate with insurance companies for prior authorizations for medications or procedures.
• Answer questions and provide education regarding health maintenance and medical illnesses to patients and families, as appropriate to scope and licensure.
• Document information in the patient's electronic chart, complete patient forms, and request medical records or correspondence to be scanned into the EHR.
• Schedule referrals to specialists or outpatient services as requested by the provider, and complete necessary forms or requisitions.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and emergencies.
• Provide and document advice for home care, conducting follow-up calls regarding patient health and progress.
• Perform diagnostic tests and laboratory procedures.
• Assist with patient examinations, specimen collection, minor surgical procedures, and medication administration under provider supervision, as appropriate.
• Prioritize patient and workplace safety by preventing errors, accidents, and infections, and report concerns immediately.
• Understand testing values and their relation to patient status, taking appropriate next steps.
• Strive to exceed customer expectations and meet the department work schedule.

Clinical Excellence/Patient Education

• Understand inpatient and outpatient specialty procedures and comply with precertification requirements.
• Seek direction from providers regarding illness-related calls.
• Maintain inventory for clinical supplies.

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

• Engage in professional development and activities that enhance nursing practice.
• Adhere to UnityPoint Health Values, Standards of Behaviors, policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain reliable attendance to meet business needs.
• Keep current licenses and certifications required for the position.
• Practice knowledge of HIPAA, JCAHO, DNV, OSHA, CMS, and other healthcare regulations.
• Complete annual education and competency requirements timely.
• Understand hospital and department compliance requirements, especially regarding federally funded programs, and report concerns appropriately.
• Participate in emergency response as part of hospital disaster recovery efforts.
• Continuously seek to improve quality and customer service.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

-Graduate of an accredited RN nursing program. BSN preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

-Previous clinical experience in behavioral health preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

-A valid Iowa nursing license, nationally accepted medical assistant certification, and current BLS certification required; certifications must be maintained.

-Valid driver's license for work-related driving.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

-Fluent in English, with multicultural sensitivity.

-Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office).

-Customer/patient focused with critical thinking skills.

-Ability to use usual and customary equipment for the position.