Registered Nurse

Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for delivering professional, compassionate nursing care to patients in a clinical setting. This role involves assessing patient health needs, administering treatments, coordinating care with physicians and other healthcare professionals, and providing education to patients and families.

Advocare, LLC is a physician-owned partnership of leading pediatricians, family practitioners, and specialists in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. As a Registered Nurse, you’ll be an integral member of a forward-thinking clinical team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and service in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Registered Nurse Essential Functions:

• Coordinate and run a Flu and COVID clinic
• Provides general nursing care to patients.
• May administer prescribed medications, immunizations and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. 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.
• Educates patient/family about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness.
• Maintains/reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results.
• Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines, and confidentiality policies.
• Perform other duties/tasks as requested by providers, coordinators, and management in accordance with office procedures/policies.
• Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion when handling patient's medical records and information.

Registered Nurse Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and regulations to give and evaluate patient care
• Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in taking medical histories to assess medical condition.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Must have an active RN license
• RN degree required; BSN preferred
• Minimum one-year professional nursing experience preferred