Usual Schedule: Tue-Fri; 7:30A-4:30P; 32hr/wk
Regions: Carle Foundation
On Call Requirements: No
Job Category: Nursing
Employment Type: Full - Time
Nursing Specialty: Ambulatory Clinic
Job Post ID: 46839
Secondary Job Category: Nursing
Experience Requirements: 1 - 3 Years
Education Requirements: Associates Degree
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:The Ambulatory Nurse utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the practice of nursing. Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSDiploma (Not HS) in Nursing
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTSRegistered Professional Nurse (RN) License Illinois upon hire and Certified Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) within 6 months and DOT Urine Collector Certification within 6 months.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS1 to 2 years of nursing experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS- Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEDemonstrates clinical competencies in providing direct patient care and patient and family education as well as assisting the provider in the delivery of patient care. Demonstrates leadership and organizational skills with the ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with others.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.
- Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.
- Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.
- Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.
- Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.
- Assists Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in the development of departmental standing orders.
- Provides Patient Care:
- Accurately measures and records height, weight & vital signs (temp, pulse, respiration, BP).
- Completes medication reconciliation.
- Performs immunization reviews.
- Administers medications and vaccinations.
- Assists providers with procedures and treatments; to include joint injections/aspirations, laceration repair, removing foreign substances from the eye, wound debridement, suture removal, and splint applications.
- Triage work related injuries and phone calls.
- Medication refills.
- Performs audiometry, spirometry, respiratory mask fits, EKGs and phlebotomy.
- Performs ear washes, dressing changes and suture removal.
- Performs drug and alcohol testing according to state and federal guidelines.
- Counsels patients/employees on blood & body fluid exposures.
- Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.
- Communication:
- Provides health and wellness education to patients.
- Provides treatment information to companies, insurance carriers and outside treatment facilities to coordinate Worker’s Compensation medical treatment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.
Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.
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