PT Clinic Staff RN

Davita Inc.; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a qualified nurse to assist physicians by providing technical assistance and care to patients. The role requires technical nursing skills, CPR certification, and the ability to support patients with a variety of needs. This position presents an opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment, enhancing the patient experience and ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with a current license.
• Knowledge of technical nursing procedures required.
• Must be CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical nursing care and administers medications.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures as needed.
• Maintains a clean, safe patient environment.

Skills

Technical nursing care

Patient education

CPR knowledge

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing school

Current nursing license

Job description

Responsible for assisting physicians in their medical practice by providing technical assistance and care to patients who are chronically or acutely ill. Works under supervision to assist in restoring or maintaining patients at a maximum level of health.

• Provides technical nursing care through interviews, assessments and vital signs.


• Administers medications topically, orally, injection or intravenous as ordered by the physician.


• Administers treatments within his/her scope of practice as ordered by the physician.


• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures as needed. Prepares patients for procedures per protocol.


• Arranges diagnostic procedures. Obtains prior authorizations.


• Participates in obtaining and meeting quality measures.


• Maintains a clean, safe patient environment. Monitors equipment to be sure it is in proper working condition.


• May assist physician with minor surgery.


• Answers telephone. Responds to patient concerns or questions and intervenes to solve patient problems.


• Maintains appropriate records, assists with coding and patient charges.


• Collects and properly disposes of selected specimens.


• Provides appropriate education to patients/families.


• Assists with filling and refilling prescriptions per doctor's orders.


• Cooperates with other personnel to maintain good employee and public relations.


• Informs supervisor or clinic Director of concerns or problems.


• Attends required meetings and maintains personal growth and development through workshops and in-service meetings.

Education/Experience:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current Nebraska license.


• Requires knowledge of technical nursing procedures.


• Must be CPR certified.