Seton Family of Hospitals - Clinic RN 501
(422556)Location: Austin, Texas - United States
Posted: 11/22/2009
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Job Description:
1. Maintains clinical expertise and competency (to include age specific) as well as demonstrates thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality care in specialized situations.
2. Documents delivery of health care and nursing process in accordance with SETON's policies and procedures in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. Reports abnormal critical health data.
3. Communicates effectively and appropriately with patients, family members and other health care providers. Acts as a resource for facilitating communication when necessary.
4. Coordinates and supervises the delivery of patient care provided by selected members of the health care team.
5. Coordinates and supervises the assignments of routine tasks to selected members of the clinic staff in order to keep the clinic operational.
6. Facilitates coordination of services with the non-medical clinic staff to obtain optimum patient flow and increased patient satisfaction.
7. Acts as a resource within the clinic to other staff members in regards to patient care.
8. Participates in the committees that guide the department.
9. Assists in the development and/or delivery of orientation and/or education processes for patients and staff.
10. Coordinates and delegates the timely processing of patient referrals necessary for the delivery of patient care.
11. Participates as a team member and promotes teamwork by assisting others with patient care and department activities.
12. Promotes cleanliness and a safe environment according to the Network EOC guidelines.
13. Performs all duties in a manner that will assist in the achievement of the Network Plan and Goals.
14. Utilizes the nursing process to facilitate appropriate nursing interventions during client triage.
15. Participates in the evaluation of products, procedures and patient care standards.
16. Identifies Performance Improvement opportunities.
17. Assumes responsibility/accountability for delegating, directing and supervising patient care activities. Assumes charge/team leader role.
18. Serves as a resource and positive proactive behavioral leader for the department.
19. Accepts responsibility for remaining current with nursing and health care trends and information that impacts nursing practice.
20. Participates in collaboration with the health care team in identifying, evaluating and prioritizing patient/family needs to develop a plan of care.
21. Participates in the evaluation of the effectiveness of interventions.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of nursing practice, preferably in an office or clinic setting is required. Current Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in the state of Texas is required. Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association is required.
Skills
Working knowledge of the State of Texas Nursing Practice act, specifically as it relates to delegation to unlicensed personnel. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Physical Demands
Heavy (requires lifting 100 lbs, with frequent carrying of up to 50 lbs)
Balancing:............Occasionally
Bending:...............Frequently
Carrying:...............Occasionally
Climbing:.............Occasionally
Crawling:..............Rarely
Crouching:............Frequently
FineDexterity:.......Frequently
FootControls:.......Occasionally
Handing:..............Frequently
Hearing:...............Continuously
Kneeling:.............Frequently
Lifting:..................Frequently
PushingPulling:.Rarely
Reaching:............Frequently
Sitting:...................Frequently
Standing:..............Continuously
Talking:................Continuously
Twisting:..............Rarely
Vision:..................Continuously
Walking:...............Continuously
Work Environment
Exposure to bloodborne pathogens is anticipated for all employees
Supervision Received
SITE SUPERVISOR, SITE MGR, CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Supervision Exercised
LVN
Physical Other
NONE
Other Functions
1. Performs other duties as assigned.2. Attends staff meetings and educational offerings.3. Maintains personal education record.
| Job Capacity: | Employee (full-time) |
| Minimum Education Level: | Bachelor of Science in Nursing |
| Visa Sponsorship: | No |
| Related Industries: | Nursing |
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