Registered Nurse Orthopedic Clinic

Registered Nurse Orthopedic Clinic

POSITION PURPOSE

Coordinates and administers nursing care to patients in physician office or clinic setting utilizing the nursing process which involves : assessment of the patient’s physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs; facilitates and evaluates patient follow-through and compliance to healthcare interventions. Complies with all established standards and practices.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

Associate Degree in : Nursing

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Entry Level

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Current BLS and / or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Licensure to be eligible to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin and / or Illinois based on job location assignment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

The ability to read, write, speak, hear and comprehend the English language.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Utilize the nursing process to provide ongoing patient care in outpatient setting; bridge episodic care in long-term outpatient relationship.

Ability to skillfully assess patient needs via phone and triage to appropriate level of care for intervention.

Facilitates, assesses and provides patient, family and / or significant others teaching needs.

Ability to administer immunizations and medications according to established procedures.

Facilitates completion of diagnostic testing as ordered by physician.

Multifaceted communication under a variety of emotional situations.

Administers medications in a timely manner, safely and in accordance with policy and procedure.

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