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Job Description
Primary Nurse/RN/LPN Job Title :
RN/LPN Department :
Nursing Overtime Status :
Non-Exempt Position reports to : Clinical Manager Location of position :
Wichita, KS Position Summary :
The Primary Nurse cares for patients in accordance with Physician and Advanced Practice Provider (APP) orders and established policies and procedures. The Primary Nurse is responsible for coordinating and carrying out medical care as ordered by Physician's and APP's and within the scope outlined by the Kansas State Board of Nursing.
Responsibilities :
Plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in accordance with Physician and APP orders Coordinate and carry out medical care as ordered by Physician and APP in a professional and competent manner Work directly with the Physician and APP to provide optimal patient outcome Act as the liaison between Physician and patients, caregivers, and other members of the patient's health care team Assist Physician and APP with procedures as necessary Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with policies and procedures Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols and medication administration and storage procedures Document patient care services by charting in patient records Provide phone triage support as required Effective communication with Physician, APP, patients, care givers and staff members Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times Communicate with and assist In-Office Dispensing department in regards to patient education, medication and durable medical equipment (DME) Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN Program Current Licensure by the Kansas State Board of Nursing Maintenance of Continuing Education Hours in accordance to Kansas State Board of Nursing Requirements Previous EHR experience, preferred Valid Kansas Driver's License and BLS certification
Physical Requirements :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Skill in taking vital signs for age's newborn to geriatric. Skill in appropriate documentation and records maintenance. Skill in usage of PC, multi-line phone, copier, fax, and printer. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply written guidelines and procedures to standard work practice. Ability to speak effectively before individuals and/or groups. Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information. Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together. Must have good manual dexterity and ability to use both hands and tools to manipulate small and delicate parts. Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products, or operate machinery. Prolonged periods of sitting, standing or walking may be required, should be able to transport approximately 0-25lbs of charts or files. Occasional assistance in patient transfers of up to 200lbs with assistance.
Working Conditions:
Frequent exposure to: Blood Body fluids Fumes or airborne particles Sharp objects potentially contaminated with blood borne pathogens or other infectious agents Fast paced clinical environment Contact with Physicians, staff, patients, care givers and other medical facilities Wichita Urology Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wichita Urology Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Wichita Urology Group expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Wichita Urology Group's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $32.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program
