What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse- Dermatology position at Madison Medical Affiliates?
A Clinic Registered Nurse delivers general nursing care and procedures in the clinic setting. Performs medical acts delegated by physicians or physician assistants. Supervises and directs delegated nursing acts to LPN’s and MA’s. Clinic Registered Nurses will also perform clerical, laboratory and other duties as requested by the office manager, physician and physician assistant. This position reports to the Clinic Manager.
Responsibilities
- Assists with procedures and demonstrates current knowledge and skill in nursing practice to ensure safe and effective care for the patient population.
- Provides treatment and determines plan of care under provider supervision.
- Assesses patients over the phone to determine plan of care.
- Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, employees, physicians and the public to promote a professional health care environment.
- Stays current on electronic health records (EHR) changes and ensures appropriate and effective documentation in patient records.
- Authorizes refills safely, efficiently, accurately and in a timely manner according to approved protocols.
- Performs other duties as assigned.