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Job description:
SUMMARY - Pediatrics of Arlington, PLC. is located on the campus of Virginia Hospital Center, we have been serving the families of Northern Virginia and the greater Washington D.C. area for more than 60 years. This is your opportunity to be part of a medical team where you can truly make an impact on your patient's health and developmental needs. We can offer great hours and an enjoyable work atmosphere. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.
We are a seeking a cross trained nurse from floor nurse to triage position/triage to floor position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES FOR FLOOR NURSE
- Prepare exam rooms for examination of patients. Keeping patient areas clean and well stocked.
- Perform initial assessment of patients, measure vital signs (e.g., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, respirations, weight, and height) and record information in patient's chart.
- Prepare for and assist providers during examinations and procedures.
- Update providers frequently on patient status and activity so those awaiting procedures are processed efficiently.
- Maintain and organize all instruments, drugs, equipment, and supplies.
- Prepare dressings, administer medications, and perform treatments and lab procedures as directed by the provider.
- Prepare and administer vaccines, medications and nebulizer treatments as directed by the provider.
- Ensure all lab tests are performed and results are charted according to protocol.
- Handle all emergency situations in collaboration with the providers.
- Distribute appropriate patient information sheets, lab forms, school forms, medication forms and x-ray slip to patients as requested by their providers.
- Promote a safe working environment in accordance with applicable laws and regulations including HIPAA, OSHA, and MOSH.
- Perform all lab opening/closing duties if assigned.
- Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude under all circumstances.
- Attend all department meetings and daily huddles as well as special project trainings.
- Interpret and support mission statement.
- Perform FLU and STREP swabs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES FOR TRIAGE NURSE
- Provide clear empathetic telephone advice to parents and patients.
- Use communication skills to assess, plan, implement, educate, and evaluate patient outcomes.
- Coordination of care between specialist, PCP, pharmacies, insurance companies and other entities.
- Obtain prior authorizations for prescriptions and diagnostic imaging.
- Assist pediatricians with any duties necessary both telephonic and in office.
- Backup medical assistants in clinical area assisting with patients in office and performing lab duties such as obtaining vital signs, immunizations, blood draws, urine catherization and lead/hemoglobin testing.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current licensure as a registered nurse by the Virginia Board of Nursing.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- 3-5 years medical office experience in pediatrics, preferred.
- CPR certification required.
- Must be a team player.
- Strong verbal communication skills, ability to multi-task and can pay close attention to detail is a must.
- Must have strong knowledge of medical terminology
Full-Time Position and Part-Time Position Available
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
Education:
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- LPN (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
