Job Description

Description

Carson City, NV | Full Time US:NV:Carson City Rheumatology

About Carson Tahoe Health

CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.

Summary

Provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices for patient care and customer service. Oversees and leads clinical care team working collaboratively with physicians to ensure responsive and high quality care for all patients. Assists Practice Manager in specific administrative functions.

Responsibilities

1. Provides general care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. 2. Escorts patients to exam/procedure room. Documents chief complaint, assesses patients\' general condition, takes vital signs and interprets norms. Prepares patients for exams. 3. Provides direct patient care for nurse-only and physician visits, including taking and assessing vital signs, giving intramuscular, subcutaneous or intradermal injections and performing office procedures, such as breathing treatments, EKG, suture removal ace wraps, wart treatments per physician request. Provides immunizations as directed by physician. Obtains and documents nursing history from the patient and/or significant other that this is comprehensive of present condition and prior problems. 4. Performs basic assessment of the patient, indicating adequate knowledge of anatomy and physiology. 5. Performs laboratory procedures, including dipstick urinalysis, urine culture, and rapid strep throat swabs. Assures lab quality control and record maintenance. Coordinates lab inspections. 6. Coaches, trains and provides daily leadership and guidance for medical assistants and coordinates pod assignments to physicians. Serves as resource to care team members, identifying problems and guiding staff toward their solution. Participates or leads training, orientation, competency assessment and education of new employees. 7. Coordinates CPR and other certifications for staff in alll physician clinics with Human Resources. 8. Handles all prescription issues for the clinic in conjunction with the Physicians. Monitors Coumadin patients for the clinic. 9. Observes, records and reports patient\'s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Dispenses medication as directed. Educates patient/family about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness. 10. Provides education and self-care information to patients and their families. 11. As directed by physician, provide transitional care for patients needing follow up after hospitalization 12. Performs telephone nurse triage and advice. 13. Assists patients with medical claims issues, including providing appeals letters and additional documentation. 14. Follows procedure for obtaining consent to treat, provides education based on assessment; and provides information on community support services. 15. Assures exam/procedure rooms are cleaned, stocked with supplies, and that all medical equipment is sterilized. 16. Assures availability and oversees clinic related inventory for medical and clerical supplies, equipment maintenance and linens. 17. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility while providing safe patient care. 18. Assist Practice Manager with scheduling, payroll, staff selection and performance evaluations. 19. Coordinates pharmaceutical representative visits/in service and stocking of samples. 20. Performs other duties as requested by the Practice Manager and or Physician. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This job description in no way states that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor. 1. Adheres to all department specific and hospital policies and procedures. 2. Consistently follows established standards, policies and procedures in providing patient care. 3. Accepts accountability for supervision of non-professional personnel. 4. Responds appropriately in urgent situations. 5. Acts independently and makes decisions under stress as necessary.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations, and practice to give and evaluate patient care. 2. Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality. 3. Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records. 4. Ability to use good judgment in the course of contact with physicians, patients and staff. 5. Ability to understand and follow established procedures. 6. Strong written and verbal communication skills. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. High school diploma or equivalent required. 2. Graduate from school of nursing. Bachelor degree preferred. 3. Minimum of one year professional nursing experience required, clinic experience preferred. 4. Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Nevada or current interim permit. 5. Current BLS/CPR card certification required. 6. For Clinic RN\'s working at the CTPC Oncology suite, an Office Lab Assistant license from the State of Nevada Bureau of Licensure is required upon hire. 7. Maintains professional competence through formal and unit specific education.

Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada

• Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
• Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
• Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
• We are minutes from Reno known as the \'biggest little city in the world\' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
• Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system

• No State Income Tax
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
• Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
• 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses
• On Site Education & Certification Programs
• Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
• Free Calm App Subscription

Carson Tahoe Health