**Office Based Lab and Clinic Nurse - NO WEEKENDS - NO CALL**
**Mon-Thursday 7:00am-5:30pm. Some Fridays** Looking for closing and opening shift flexibility
Please apply to join our team. Office based lab where outpatient vascular procedures are performed. Looking for individuals to work in the Cath Lab, Pre/Post Op, and Office/Clinic. The Registered Nurse assumes responsibility for the management and delivery of patient care utilizing the nursing process. This position requires care of the adult and geriatric patient, in an outpatient procedure/surgical setting, and general nursing care in a clinic/medical office setting. The RN adheres to National Patient Safety Goals, as appropriate, based on the level of patient contact this position requires. Must be a team player and willing to work in various roles within the lab and clinic. Assist physicians/healthcare providers in the treatment of patients.
Essential Functions:
The Registered Nurse's management of the delivery and documentation of patient care includes, but is not limited to:
- Assessment/re-assessments
- Development of the plan of care
- Implementation of appropriate patient care interventions
- Evaluation of appropriate patient care interventions
- Supervises and coordinates other licensed and non-licensed personnel in the provision of care to patients as assigned
- Provides guidance and mentorship to non-licensed personnel, as appropriate
- Operates all equipment efficiently in the Cath Lab department and clinic setting to include blood analysis, injectors, cautery, electro physiology and ablation equipment, defibrillator, laser and all other equipment utilized in the Cath Lab suite.
- Trouble-shoots and assesses equipment failure and provides a backup plan when needed.
- Assures that all supplies are available as needed for each patient.
- Completes all documentation accurately and in a timely manner
- Assess health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history
- Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions
- Reviews and reports results of health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data to provider.
- Facilitates clinical operations and patient care such as but not limited to - Management of patient medication refill requests, scheduling appointments/consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests, referrals, and future appointments.
- Triage patient phone calls as needed and documentation of relevant information, medication and history reconciliations. Facilitating communication between patient and office.
- Providing clinical/clerical support for insurance authorizations/submissions
- Uses strategies and available resources for problem-solving for patients, family, and staff. Recognizes that resources are limited and considers factors related to safety, effectiveness and efficiency in planning and delivering patient care.
- Works collaboratively with colleagues and community.
- Supply/device ordering if required or needed
- Learn and perform ABIs/Segmental Pressures; specimen collections, and assisting healthcare professionals during clinic
Required Physical Demands:
- Keyboarding/Dexterity: frequently, up to 2/3 of the time
- Standing/Walking: Constantly; activity up to 2/3 of the time
- Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Medium (Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects)
- Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes
- Seeing: Yes
- Hearing: Yes
- Color Acuity (Must be able to distinguish and identify colors): Yes
- Required to wear a lead apron
Potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, needle sticks, electrical equipment, lasers, radiology and fluoroscopy equipment, chemicals, cleaning solvents, and sterilization chemicals. Must follow standard precautions.
All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.
Qualifications:
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Texas.
- Current BLS certification upon hire
- Current ACLS Certification upon hire
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English
AND
One of the following is preferred:
- Two years experience in a Surgical setting
- Two years experience in a Cath Lab setting
- Two years experience in a PACU
- Two years experience in ICU or CCU
- Six (6) months to one (12) months clinical patient experience in relevant setting
Pay: $36.00 - $41.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Odessa, TX 79761 (Required)
Work Location: In person
