Clinic Nurse (RN)

This is a professional patient care nursing position in the Department of Pediatrics. This position functions as a clinic nurse for the Department of Pediatrics.

This position is ON SITE only.Patient Care: 95%

A. Direct Patient Care - Utilizes the nursing process for individuals and families who are patients of the Pediatric clinic. This includes telephone triage, direct patient care and patient education.

1. Facilitates smooth patient flow by maintaining the prescribed schedule, preparing the exam room for the primary provider, and obtaining any relevant lab and x-ray reports to the visit.
2. Obtains basic assessment data on patients prior to the patient visit with the physician. Skillfully obtains blood pressures on infants and children, utilizing a variety of methods. Recognizes readings which are not constant with normal ranges.
3. Assists the primary provider with the exam or procedure.
4. Schedules diagnostic tests, as ordered by primary care provider.
5. Demonstrates clinical competence in providing specialized care required in the administration of childhood immunizations.
6. Administers medications or treatments to the patient, as ordered by the primary care provider. Utilizes proper procedure for administering medication and treatments with special consideration for patient safety.
7. Timely and accurate documentation of all patient encounters.
8. Proficient use of electronic health record systems in support of quality patient care.
9. Maintain clinic lab logs recording daily labs. Processes labs in a timely manner for follow up by the physician. Informs patients/families of results as directed by physician/nurse practitioner.
10. Assists in completion of referrals for all patients.
11. Processes prescriptions and refills according to physician's orders.
12. Assists in maintaining adequate inventory of clinic supplies and patient education materials.
13. Maintains well-stocked exam rooms.

B. Telephone Triaging/Patient Education

1. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates the need for the patient to be seen or provided with health care information.
2. Provides health care information to patient/families for treatment of acute and/or episodic minor illness according to protocols.
3. Provides diagnostic study results to patient and documents same.
4. Documents information conveyed by the caller pertinent to the patient encounter for the medical record. Records date, time and caller information specific to each encounter. This includes the time the call was received and completed. Proficiently utilizes the EHR according to established protocols.
5. Documents the patient's history information, vital signs, allergies, current medications, weight and chief complaint for the record. Documents all information provided to the caller including follow up instructions. Confirms spelling of patient and callers nameand phone number for each encounter.
6. Organizes work that requires follow up. Checks out to a covering nurse during scheduled absences.
7. Consults with the physician for direction as indicated.
8. Reviews medical records prior to authorization of refills. Refills prescriptions per written protocol only. Documents refills for the patient record.
9. Schedules outpatient testing per physician's orders. Utilizes the appropriate site of service based upon insurance policy. Submits referral request within the EMR per protocol.

Miscellaneous: 5%

1. Attends ins-services and conferences to expand knowledge.
2. Report areas which may pose potential risks in the clinical area.
3. Maintains accurate vaccine inventory and works with the Health Care Administrator for reconciliation and ordering of vaccines.
4. Other duties as required.

Credentials to be Verified BY Placement Officer

1. Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA'S)

1. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
2. Ability to work with others as a member of multiple disciplinary team.
3. Problem solving abilities.
4. Adaptability
5. Excellent customer service skills.

Condition of Employment

Out of State Applicants that apply to Springfield vacancies in classifications in the occupational area of Professional, Semi-Professional, or Managerial will be subject to the following Condition of Employment: Pursuant to the State University Civil Service System, an out-of-state resident who is hired into this position must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of their start date. This should be listed in the Minimum Qualifications for these vacancies.