Summary
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.