Travel Nurse RN - Ambulatory Care - $2,388 per week in Peterborough, NH

The Office Nurse teaches and directs other clinical support staff in the performance of delegated acts for implementing therapeutic plans of care. The Office Nurse assists in patient education and is responsible for keeping clinical areas in proper condition for efficient service delivery.

Job Title: Office Nurse (RN) Profession: Registered Nurse (RN) Specialty: Outpatient Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Monday - Friday Hours per Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Experience: Minimum 2 years clinic experience required License: Active State License Certifications: BLS (AHA) Must-Have: - Knowledge and ability to communicate effectively with patients regarding medication, medical history, and diagnosis - Wound care experience required - Gastroenterology experience highly preferred - Critical Access Client experience highly preferred - Clinic or Medical Office experience required Description: The Office Nurse supports primary care providers in delivering health care to patients. The role involves performing various activities and procedures. The Office Nurse teaches and directs other clinical support staff in the performance of delegated acts for implementing therapeutic plans of care. The Office Nurse is involved in the observation and care of the ill, injured, or infirm. This position actively directs patient flow within the office. The Office Nurse assists in patient education and is responsible for keeping clinical areas in proper condition for efficient service delivery. Responsibilities include preparing patient charts for the following day. The Office Nurse understands risk management and referral systems. The role also involves preparing patients for examination as instructed. The Office Nurse notes the history of the present condition of patients in medical records or takes extended histories as directed. Assisting providers with examinations, administering injections, and removing sutures are also part of the responsibilities. The Office Nurse cleans wounds, applies dressings, and assists in special procedures as directed. The role requires keeping examining rooms clean and maintaining necessary supplies. The Office Nurse receives and manages medically related phone calls. Performing a variety of medically related tasks as directed by the provider is also expected. Other non-clinical duties may be requested as necessary. The Office Nurse must appropriately fill out all clinical forms as needed.