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Northern Maine Medical Ctr

Office Nurse

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Fort Kent, ME (Onsite)

Last Updated: 17 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

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.

$89,193 / year median in Maine

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Assists in the care of Behavioral Health patients in a Medical Office environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Act as a liaison between patients and Providers.2. Conduct initial and follow-up assessments for patients.3. Educates patients on behavioral health, medication management, and lifestyle changes that impact psychiatric health.4. Assist patients with prescription refills as needed.5. Assist patients with Medication Assistance Programs as needed.6. Assist with the filling out of Pre-Authorization forms as needed. 7. Assist with form submission for Providers as needed. (ie, DMV, Disability, ML, FMLA)8. Assist in the education, training, and development of new clinical staff.9. Responsible to be up-to-date and capable of performing MA competencies.10. Maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patents being served.11. Triage patient calls and inquiries, providing guidance or escalating concerns to the provider.12. Maintain thorough and accurate patient records, documenting assessments, procedures, and education provided.13. Ensure all documentation complies with clinic and regulatory guidelines.14. Adhere to infection control and safety protocols to provide a safe environment for patients and staff.15. Verify that incoming referrals are being processed in a timely manner.16. Actively participates in the Continued Quality Improvement (CQI) process.17. Assists with special projects (implementation of new processes in the offices or special clinics offered) 18. Assist receptionists as needed. (Ability to schedule patients needing to be seen for post op or other).19. Perform such related duties not listed herein but deemed in the best interest of the Medical Practices and NMMC.