Nurse RN, Outpatient Clinic

Description:
JOB PURPOSE:
Performs a variety of patient care activities in accordance with established standards and practice.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Triage incoming telephone calls; responds to questions regarding medications and treatment instructions; coordinates telephone request to refill prescription drug medications in accordance with physicians directions and protocols.
2. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with clinical nursing standards; observes, records, and reports patients condition; advises physician of patients adverse reactions to drugs and/or treatments.
3. Provides patient education and teaching under the direction of a physician; answers questions regarding diagnostic testing and treatment.
4. Dresses wounds according to standard clinical procedures.
5. Administers and monitors IV fluids and medications as necessary.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Successful completion of an accredited registered nurse program OR bachelors degree in nursing.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
State of Georgia Licensure as a registered nurse required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: