A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
PPG Ambulatory Care RN Lead Parkview Health - 3.7 Huntertown, IN Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Qualifications CPR Certification RN License Team leadership BLS Certification Computer skills Clinical team leadership Medical terminology Full Job Description Summary Utilizing the standards of professional clinical practice, the PPG Ambulatory Care RN Lead provides high-quality, evidence-based care across the lifespan to enhance patient safety, reduce adverse events, and improve patient satisfaction. Also supports and promotes optimal health status and helps to manage cost of care within continually expanding, diverse, and complex patient populations. Interacts with patients during face-to-face encounters or through digital communication, establishing long-term relationships. Applies the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to their own professional practice. Supports the practice through participation in peer interviews, co-worker training, performance assessments, and serves as the primary clinical resource to other co-workers. Responsible for working collaboratively with leadership, providers, co-workers and members of the extended care team (Nurse Navigator, Licensed Clinical Therapist, and Pharmacist) to provide excellent service to our patients. During each encounter, the PPG Ambulatory Care RN Lead focuses on the quality of nursing care by applying appropriate nursing interventions. Independently plans and provides professional nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders or utilizing protocol-driven care.
Performs procedures not limited to:
EKG, Retina Scans, Suture Removal, BP Checks, Dressing Changes, UTI check, POCT. Contacts patients, or delegates contact, regarding lab/test results. Identifies and clarifies patient needs. Educates patients and families on conditions, self-management and preventative care. Co-manages care team in-basket. Functions as a mentor and lead care team trainer. Assists with Quality Control for Point of Care Testing. Education Must be the graduate of a School of Nursing, BSN preferred. Licensure/Certification Must have current licensure as a Registered Nurse. CPR certification required. Experience Minimum two years' experience as a registered nurse, ambulatory experience preferred. Leadership skills and experience with autonomous critical thinking and working in a team-based care environment. Other Qualifications Medical terminology and pharmacology background needed. Essential computer skills and knowledge of electronic medical records recommended. Good verbal and written communication skills required.
