RN PHYSICIAN PRACTICE - CHAPEL HILL INTERNAL MEDICINE

Company: UNC Health Care
Location: Burlington
Posted on: October 16, 2020

Job Description:

Provides patient care within the scope of practice for the licensed Registered Nurse. Facilitates patient flow and assists with prioritization of work assignments. Description of Job Responsibilities: 1. Maintains compliance with organizational policies and procedures. 2. Demonstrates competence in patient care skills within the scope of practice for the Registered Nurse, to include patient assessment, assisting with exams and procedures, administering medications, and patient education. 3. Processes orders, returns patient calls, and notifies of diagnostic results as directed by the physician. 4. Appropriately documents care provided in the patient's medical record. 5. Facilitates effective patient flow and assists with prioritization of work assignments. 6. Assists with the maintenance of adequate levels of supplies and performs and documents medical equipment safety checks. 7. Adheres to the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. Recognizes, supports and utilizes evidence based nursing practices. 8. Maintains compliance with established safety and regulatory guidelines, including HIPAA, OSHA, and infection prevention policies and procedures. Participates in unit based performance improvement activites. 9. Demonstrates good customer service skills when interacting with patients, families, and visitors. Exhibits effective communication and team work. Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements: Licensed to practice as Registered Nurse in North Carolina. BCLS certification required. Diploma, Associate Degree (ADN) or Bachelors Degree (BSN) from an accredited school of Nursing. Previous experience in physician office, urgent care, emergency department preferred.

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