RN Neurosurgery - (Full-time, Monday - Friday)

Washington Regional Medical System; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Regional Medical System in Fayetteville, AR seeks a Registered Nurse to join our clinic team. The RN provides direct patient care, assists physicians with procedures, and supports front office duties as needed.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interactions, accurate data entry into electronic medical records, vitals, and coordination of surgeries and tests. Valid RN license and CPR are required; clinic experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires RN license and CPR certification.
• Experience in a clinic setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals and update medical history in the electronic medical records system.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist physicians as needed.
• Refill provider-authorized medications via electronic, fax or phone as appropriate.
• Provide direction, support, and counseling regarding medical therapies and medications as directed by the physician.
• Serve as patient liaison and advocate, as needed.
• Schedule surgeries and diagnostic tests and provide scheduled dates to patients.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical procedures support

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Fayetteville, AR 72703, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Nursing License - Unencumbered, Job Shift: Days, Job Category: Nursing Services, Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 40 clinic locations, the region’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.

Position Summary

The role of the Registered Nurse reports to the Clinic Manager in partnership with the Clinic Physician. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care, assisting physicians with procedures, and assisting with front office duties, as needed.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals and update patient medical history while inputting data collected into the electronic medical records system
• Prepare patient for various types procedures and/or examinations and assist physicians, as needed
• Refill provider-authorized medications via electronic, fax or phone as authorized and appropriate
• Provide direction, support, and counseling regarding medical therapies and medications as directed by the physician
• Assist patient by providing direction, support, and counseling regarding medical therapies and medications as directed by the physician
• Serve as patient liaison and advocate, as needed
• Schedule surgeries and various diagnostic tests and provide scheduled date to the patient

Qualification

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Licensure and Certifications: Valid registered nurse license and CPR, required.
• Experience: Previous experience in a clinic setting, preferred.

Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.