RN Outpatient Primary Care Practice - FT - Day - Primary Care West Windsor

Capital Health; West Windsor (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering quality patient care in a supportive environment. As an RN in the Outpatient Primary Care Practice, you will play a crucial role in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining high standards of care. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside dedicated professionals in a dynamic setting, ensuring that patients receive compassionate and comprehensive care. With a focus on quality and teamwork, you will contribute to a health system recognized for nursing excellence. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ RN license required; must apply for out-of-state license within three months.
• At least one year of experience in acute, urgent care, or outpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Triages and assesses patients, determining clinical priority.
• Manages patient communications and schedules treatments.
• Provides nursing care, assists with procedures, and performs EKGs.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Communication Skills

Documentation

Quality Assurance

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

RN Outpatient Primary Care Practice - FT - Day - Primary Care West Windsor

Apply locations: CHPC West Windsor | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago | Job requisition id: JR105278

Work Shift:

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our physicians, nurses, staff, and advanced technology. Recognized five times as a Magnet health system for nursing excellence, it comprises 2 hospitals and a Medical Group with over 250 physicians and providers delivering primary, specialty, and hospital-based care throughout the region.

Position Overview:

• Triages and assesses patients, determining clinical priority by reviewing medical history, current condition, and conducting interviews and physical assessments, including vital signs and chief complaints. Documents findings and discusses prognosis with medical staff.
• Manages patient communications, assesses status, schedules treatments, reviews medication refill requests, lab results, and test outcomes, prioritizing according to protocols.
• Provides nursing care, assists with procedures, performs EKGs, wound care, specimen collection, and ensures adherence to policies and procedures.
• Administers medications safely, documents care, and supports prescription calls under LIP guidance. Completes competency checklists with preceptors.
• Recognizes significant changes in patient condition, reacts appropriately, and involves family members as appropriate, respecting patient and family communication protocols.
• Supports the core principles of quality care, compassion, dignity, and comprehensive care. Addresses emotional needs related to illness, pain, or anxiety.
• Maintains thorough, accurate documentation of nursing actions, treatments, patient responses, and other relevant information.
• Performs QA activities, manages quality control for testing and sterilization, and addresses discrepancies per policies.
• Adapts to departmental changes, assists colleagues during busy periods, and performs other duties as assigned, possibly at other Capital Health practices.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Valid NJ RN license; must apply for second out-of-state RN license (NJ or PA) within three months of hire.
• At least one year of experience in an acute, urgent care, or outpatient setting.
• AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Frequent demands include standing, walking, object handling, pushing/pulling, twisting, bending, fine motor activities, and sensory functions.
• Occasional demands include sitting, climbing, reaching, and squatting/kneeling/crawling.
• Continuous demands involve talking and hearing.
• Lifting requirements: 25 lbs. from floor to waist and above.
• Sensory requirements: visual acuity (20/40 near and far), color discrimination, depth perception, and hearing.

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Offers are contingent upon successful onboarding and pre-employment physical. An annual flu vaccine is required unless medically or religiously exempted.

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