Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) – Full time, 40 hours per week – Diabetes and Endocrinology – Kalamazoo, MI
Location: Bronson Methodist Hospital Job ID: JOB47828 Shift: First Shift Time Type: Full time Sign-on Bonus: Up to 5,000 dollars for external candidates Retention Bonus: 5,000 dollars for external candidates
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Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity, which inspires us to be our best for our patients, for one another and for our community. If you are ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.
Position Summary
The Clinic Registered Nurse works under provider direction and performs general nursing functions for the practice. Responsibilities include recording vital signs, completing initial assessments, obtaining patient histories, and providing clinical information and support to providers. The RN updates patient charts, educates patients and families on medications and care plans, and assists with referrals. Additional duties include phone triage and supporting other areas of the clinic as needed. Direct patient care requires demonstrated competency for the population served.
Qualifications
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Diploma, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required
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Six to twelve months of healthcare experience preferred
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Licensed RN in good standing with the State of Michigan required
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BLS certification required
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Strong interpersonal, problem solving and prioritization skills
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Ability to process information confidentially
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Clear and effective communication with patients, providers and staff
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Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team
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Strong computer skills with the ability to read, interpret and analyze data
Physical and Mental Requirements
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High levels of mental and visual concentration
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Frequent computer use for 40 to 70 percent of the time
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Regular lifting of moderately heavy items up to 50 pounds
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Occasional assistance with heavier tasks or equipment
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare for patient appointments and maintain documentation standards
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Review charts prior to appointments to ensure all information is available
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Prepare patients for examinations, including assessments, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation and routine testing
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Provide initial patient condition assessments to physicians
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Triage calls and determine urgency, appointment needs or phone advice
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Assist providers with minor and emergency procedures
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Schedule tests and procedures and provide patient instructions
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Document test and procedure results and notify patients
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Perform point-of-care testing and document results
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Coordinate admissions, referrals and prescription requests
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Provide patient and family education
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Take verbal, telephone and written medication orders and administer treatments as directed
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Maintain and review patient records and charts
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Participate in performance improvement activities and use results to improve nursing practice
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Communicate effectively with other healthcare team members
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Attend staff meetings and participate in ongoing education
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Maintain professional records demonstrating competency
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Assist with completion of required forms
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Support colleagues through knowledge sharing
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Stock supplies and maintain exam rooms
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Understand insurance and referral policies
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Perform other related duties as assigned
