The primary role of the Clinical Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Also directs and guides patient teaching and assists the physician/nurse practitioner/physician assistant in all aspects, while maintaining standards of professional nursing in accordance with the established methods and procedures of Mahaska Health Partnership and the Medical Group.
- All duties will be performed per the scope of practice and clinic policy.
- Assesses and documents physical, psychological, and social dimensions of patients at the clinic.
- Prepares for and assists with office procedures.
- Establishes treatment priorities based on medical and nursing diagnosis.
- Documents nursing intervention and patient response.
- Accurately prepares and administers medications as directed by the provider.
- Documents and reports on adverse effects of medications.
- Properly documents immunizations and medications.
- Performs procedures such as (but not limited to) injections, immunizations, phlebotomy, tympanograms, EKGs, vision screening, etc.
- Makes referrals to other providers and facilities as directed by the provider.
- Triages and returns phone calls effectively and in a timely manner.
- Reports test results to patients with instructions from the provider in a timely manner.
- Use the Electronic Medical Record system according to established guidelines.
- Monitors and records dates/outdates in sample medication closet.
- Responsible for keeping exam rooms clean and stocked, and replenishing supplies and meds as indicated.
- Provides patient and family education at their level of understanding.
- Organizes workload effectively to accomplish patient care in a timely manner.
- Communication:
- Encompass a positive communication line between our department and all other outside vendors and our clinics.
- Following Mahaska Health’s Core Values and our Mission Statement.
- Conduct self in accordance with Mahaska Health Partnership's confidentiality policy; ensuring to follow all MHP training guidelines in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.
- Maintain a cooperative working relationship with employees, visitors, medical staff, and patients, keeping in mind the person’s unique needs within their age category (refer to Mahaska Health’s Age Specific Standards of Care Policy).
- Ability to deal with confidential information.
- Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Attend meetings, as requested.
- All other duties as assigned or requested.
- A graduate from an accredited school of nursing and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Iowa (or) a graduate from an accredited school of nursing and currently licensed as a Registered Nurse able to work in the state of Iowa.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve issues.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively train and support end users.
- Knowledge of data protection regulations, such as HIPAA, and experience implementing security measures to protect patient data.
- Ability to prioritize workload effectively and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and patient privacy.
- Must adhere to all training requirements as mandated by Federal, State, and Professional licensure and regulatory standards.
- Required to be current in BLS (Basic Life Support) by the standards of the American Heart Association.
- Will be required to show proof of having completed Mandatory Reporter course at the time of hire or attend within 6 months of the start date.
- Understand and comply with the requirements of MHP’s Compliance Program, including the Code of Conduct, the Compliance Policy, all supporting policies for compliance, and compliance plans affecting specific duties and responsibilities.
- Participate in all education and training programs regarding compliance as required by Mahaska Health.
- Consistently support the Compliance Program through personal example; the provision of day-to-day instruction and correction to employees regarding compliance-related issues; application of appropriate discipline as required for compliance violations; and ongoing monitoring of activities and work product in areas of responsibility with respect to compliance-related issues.