Nurse - Physican's Clinic in Owensboro, Kentucky at RiverValley Consulting Services

Job Summary:

Provides direct clinical and medical services to persons served in an outpatient Physician and APRN office. Responsible for medication management and documentation and Patient Communications and Information.

Essential Functions: 

1. Practices within the scope of nursing as outline by KY State Board of Nursing.

1. Maintains current KY state nursing license and CPR.

1. Maintains and updates client’s medications record to reflect medications used and to monitor for potential adverse effects. Documents all medication activity in the client record. Requests KASPERS as directed by Physician.

1. Obtains KASPERS as directed by Physician and forwards results to requesting provider for review and signature.

1. Identifies and reports any known refill or health record errors.

1. Maintains security of patient injectable medications in nurses’ office. Administers medications as ordered by providers with adherence to OSHA and state guidelines.

1. Oversees the processing of applications for patient care assistance and maintain the security of the PAP medications until patients pick them up from our clinic.

1. Obtains vital signs and documents results as required and when requested by providers.

Patient Communications and Medication Information:

1. Provides atmosphere of customer service by assuring that clients are treated in a friendly and respectful manner.

1. Verifies medication dose and assures that patient has the necessary documentation to obtain refills as prescribed.

1. Provides client and family with medication education. Extends a welcoming, reassuring presence to all patients regarding medication issues and physician instructions. Reviews medications with patient following physician completion and signature. Reviews physician instructions with patient and ensures that follow up is scheduled as ordered.  Documents all such direct patient contacts, as directed, in the record.

1. Maintains client’s medication records according to Agency policies.

1. Assists with all urgent matters, crises, and other client interactions as requested

1. Answers Triage phone calls and provides support to the physicians and the APRN. Responds to patient questions and phone calls. 

1. Reviews all lab work and result. Forwards results to Physician/APRN and discusses results with patients as per providers’ recommendations.

Department/Company Needs:

1. Participates as an active member of the Physician Clinic Staff and attends meetings as scheduled.

1. Acts as back up for front office staff. Assists with coverage of all BOR duties.

1. Acts as back up for MA. Assists with coverage of all SRNA/ CNA duties.

1. Maintains annual training

1. Fosters collaborative working relationships among members of the leadership and management teams and programs.

1. Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required.

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience preferred.

• Kentucky LPN or RN license required.