Specialty​/Procedure RN - Dermatology

* Collaborates with providers and other clinical disciplines as appropriate.
* Provides teaching specific to the patient.
* Care plan reflects continuing care needs and/or referrals.
* At the direction of the physician, provides patient and family education regarding proper use of medication, medical equipment and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness and recommending appropriate community resources 95% of the time.
* Is familiar with, and follows, nursing protocols and standards of care.
* Uses current knowledge in nursing practice based on standards and research literature.
* Able to competently perform technical skills independently.
* Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within areas' specifications and time frame.
* Demonstrates correct and safe technique in the use of equipment according to specific product information and policy and procedure manuals.
* Follows appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies.
* Administers medications according to physician orders to ensure patient health care by injection, inhalation, oral or intravenous methods 100% of the time.
* Performs diagnostic testing under direction of physicians to obtain relevant information pertinent to the patient needs 95% of the time.  Start, maintain and discontinue Intravenous (IV )infusions.
* Performs phlebotomy to obtain specimens according to standardized procedures 95% of the time.
* Communicates effectively to solve problems at the personal and unit level.
* Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, ancillary staff, patients and family.
* Takes pride in the unit by active participation in restocking and maintaining a clean environment.
* Maintains a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment.
* Maintains competence in area of experience.
* Participates in meetings and/or committees as needed to assist in decisions effecting area/unit or organization.
* Greets, directs and assists patients to ensure proper care, by inquiring and facilitating patient care in a prompt and polite manner 99% of the time.
* Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements.
* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (RN) required.
* Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co-workers.
* Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
* Ability to learn, retain, and utilize computer skills that are required for department and hospital information system.
* Ability to think critically and problem solve.
* Ability to demonstrate attention to detail, assessment skills, knowledge of basic sterile technique, utilization of an automated external defibrillator (AED) and perform Intravenous (IV) therapy.
* Willingness to learn all principles of infection control.
* Well-versed in all aspects of clinic nursing including but not limited to phone triage, emergency preparedness, Intravenous (I.V.) infusions, and coverage of providers.
* Ability to identify emergency scenarios and institutes corrective actions in a calm and efficient manner.
* Demonstrate a calm demeanor, thorough assessment, and empathy in handling situation of fetal loss and in evaluating postpartum patients.
* Able to perform IV therapy including insertion, aseptic technique, care of the site/dressing of the site, and use of the pump.
* Experience with Microsoft Office in order to report data collection of in-office procedures and chart audits.
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