AMBULATORY RN at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital – Brattleboro, Vermont

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /

Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Description

Job Title: Ambulatory RN

Job Code:

Hours: 4 days per week 8:30-5:30

FTE: .8

Weekend Schedule: No

Holiday Schedule: No

Call Schedule: No

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department Name: Maplewood Family Practice

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

JOB SUMMARY

The Ambulatory Care RN is responsible for providing quality triage and patient care utilizing strong assessment skills and point of care testing while practicing within the scope of practice defined by the State Board of Nursing. Collaborates with clinicians to assess and establish plan of care for complex patients including setting priorities with the patient/family. Demonstrates the ability to triage and coordinate patient care with a proactive approach to both acute and chronic disease management while being an advocate for the patient’s rights, value and belief systems. The Ambulatory Care RN works closely with the interdisciplinary care team to improve quality, patient satisfaction, and is involved in the ongoing development and growth of the practice and staff.

DEPARTMENT SCOPE OF SERVICE

The BMH-owned or managed physician practices provide medical services in various specialties and offices including OB/GYN, cardiology, orthopaedics, general surgery, urology, podiatry, family practice and internal medicine. The practices are staffed by physicians and other licensed providers who are supported by clinical staff (RNs, LPNs or medical assistants) and clerical staff

(receptionists). Hours vary by practice.

QUALIFICATION

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an RN accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.

EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS:

• 3-5 years recent outpatient clinical nursing experience preferred
• Acute care experience preferred

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S):

• Active State of Vermont RN license
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification

OSHA CATEGORY

• OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

• Standing - Up to 1/3
• Walking - Up to 1/3
• Sitting - 2/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3
• Pushing/Pulling - None
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None
• Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3
• Tasting or smelling - None

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 35 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
• Up to 50 pounds - None
• Up to 100 pounds - None
• More than 100 pounds - None

This position has special vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.

• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - None
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None

The typical noise level for the environment is:

• Very Quiet
• Quiet
• Moderate Noise
• Loud Noise

Hearing

• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.