Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group P.A.
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Job Location: Lakeland, Florida
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GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Responsible for providing professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices. Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Reports to Clinical Services Director.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Serves as the primary coordinator of all disciplines for well coordinated patient care. Administers and prescribed medications and/or treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
- Demonstrates a strong knowledge of mixing and administering chemotherapy agents as well as monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
- Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness and prepares list of medical supplies needed. Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination and testing of patients.
- Observes, records and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Dispenses medication as directed . Educates patient/family about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness.
- Ensures appointment preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination. Screens patients for appropriation information. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
- Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems. Maintains/reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information.
- Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Instructs and educates patients and families.
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Provides age and culturally appropriate care. Orients and mentors new staff members.
- The job holder must demonstrate competencies applicable to job position.
Qualifications
Required Job Qualifications include:
- Current Florida licensure as an RN
- Current BLS and ACLS certification preferred.
- Oncology certification.
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
- Previous Oncology experience required.
- Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.
REQUIREMENTS:
Current State of Florida RN license. CPR certified. ACLS preferred.
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations and practices to give and evaluate patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
SKILLS:
- Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
- Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
- Skill in preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to correspondence.
ABILITIES:
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to communicate clearly.
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Combination of office and exam settings. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:
The job requires varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting; a full range of body motion including handling an lifting patients manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination; standing and walking for extensive periods of time; occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds; requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range; requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
How To Apply:
Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group P.A.
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