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Nurse, Health Screener
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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.
$74,879 / year median in Michigan
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Perform biometric screening at client sites including finger stick blood collection, BMI, Blood Pressure and other health screening services based on service package Performs basic waived testing technical procedures on blood samples and completes required quality control. Provide exceptional customer service at all health screenings. Maintains accurate, complete, and legible records. Participates in training/retraining and continuing education programs as necessary. Complies with all designated safety policies and procedures in the work area, including the use of applicable protective equipment when necessary to prevent exposure to potentially infectious agents. Understands and complies with applicable federal, state and local laws. Adheres to quality assurance procedures and good manufacturing practices. Maintain all HIPAA and OSHA standards while on events. Performs other related duties as necessary.Qualifications:
"Required Work Experience:
N/A Preferred Work Experience:
At least 1 year of healthcare experience in a professional setting preferred.Physical and Mental Requirements:
Lift light to moderately heavy objects. The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 15 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 16 to 40 pounds may be lifted and carried occasionally. Objects exceeding 41 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance Requires use of phone and PC Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness Handling stress & emotions Concentrating on tasks Making decisions Adjusting to change Examining/observing details Sitting or standing for long periods at a time Position requires travelKnowledge:
Must be knowledgeable of required regulations and comply with themSkills:
Proficient with finger sticks and manual blood pressure. Ability to understand and perform complex procedures and techniques and work with complex instrumentation (Cholestech and/ or Cardio Check experience preferred). Skills required for proper specimen and reagent handling, labeling, processing, preparation, transportation, and storage necessary. Excellent customer service internally and externally Possess good written and verbal communication skills Ability to read, understand and follow detailed procedures Basic computer skills necessary including access to internet / email Strong communication skills both written and verbal Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Outlook, and Excel Education Some College Courses Formal medical education including current appropriate medical certification (RN, BSN, NP) (Required) Licenses and Certifications Meet state licensure requirements, if applicable. (Required) Work Requirements Travel Required 68934 Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.Equal Opportunity Employer:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance