Physician Office Nurse - AMC Specialty Care - Full time

Physician Office Nurse - AMC Specialty Care - Full time

Physician Office Nurse - AMC Specialty Care - Full timeTracking Code23114Job DescriptionPhysician Office Nurse OpportunityIn Beautiful Gettysburg, PA
 
About the Position
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Nursing Coordinator and/or the Practice Manager, provides safe, therapeutic and efficient care and services to patients.  Functions as a member of the health care team at an intermediate nursing level to assist in the planning and implementation of patient care based upon sound nursing judgment, clinical preparation, knowledge, skills and experience. Nursing care is provided in accordance with the provisions of the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.  In addition, serves as a nursing resource for clinical staff and may serve as the key clinical contact in the absence of the Clinical Coordinator by providing support to clinical staff scheduling and competency oversight of entry level clinicians.
Please go to this website to learn more about the office: />The qualified candidate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties:
* Performs specialized procedures, examinations and/or tests as ordered, such as non-stress tests, assists with spinal taps, urinary catheterization, diabetic foot exams, and insertion of IVs.
* In collaboration with physician, provides extensive health education, counseling and advice to patients and families on topics such as life style changes, cholesterol lowering diets, diabetic control etc.  Effectively assesses patient educational needs, prioritizes patient's learning needs, identifies barriers to learning, develops teaching plans, and uses various educational tools to activate the non-compliant patient.
* Tracks, reviews and monitors follow-up of diagnostic test results, under the direction of the provider.  Provides related education, counseling, ongoing review and monitoring regarding diagnostic tests.
* Following defined protocols, independently assesses patients/callers health status based upon presenting symptoms.  Determines the urgency for care and directs patient/caller to most appropriate level of care, or an acceptable alternative venue for care of patients with acute problems should access not be readily available at the practice. 
Qualifications
* Strong communication skills
* Models team work
* LPN license
* BCLS certification
Wellspan Health
 WellSpan Health is a not-for-profit, community based health care system serving more than 650,000 people in south central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.  York Hospital, a 570+ bed, Level 1 Trauma Center, Magnet designated community teaching hospital, and Gettysburg Hospital, a 76-bed acute-care facility, are the cornerstones of the health system.  WellSpan Health is building a 73-bed, state-of-the art WellSpan Surgery and Rehabilitation Hospital that will open in early 2012 to care for patients recovering from strokes, traumas, chronic disease complications and orthopedic injuries.  The organization has received significant, national recognition, including being named a "Top 100 Integrated Health Network" by Verispan, being one of the "Top 25 Connected Healthcare Facilities" by Health Imaging and IT and York Hospital has been named a "Top 100 Hospital" by Solucient seven times.  WellSpan Health is an integrated health system with more than 60 care sites, 8,500 employees and seven residency programs.
The Community
WellSpan Health facilities are located in York and Adams counties, which offer an ideal living environment to match the quality of work-life balance you're seeking.  Both communities offer abundant outdoor and cultural activities, including restaurants, theatre, golf courses, hiking trails, water sports and historic tours.  The communities are a short drive from several, large metropolitan areas including the Baltimore/DC metro area and Philadelphia.
If you value a strong sense of community, the more palatable pace of rural living, and the convenience of a workplace close to home, you'll realize the advantages of considering WellSpan Health as part of your future.
WellSpan Medical Group
The WellSpan Medical Group is a large multi-specialty group that employs more than 350 primary care physicians and specialists in over 60 locations across south central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.  Working together and connected through a sophisticated electronic health record, these experts offer care and treatment for conditions that range from simple to complex - from the common cold to orthopedic injuries, neurologic problems and cardiovascular disease.  The WellSpan Medical Group is proud of their low physician turnover and strong commitment to physician leadership within their uired Skills
Certificate or completion (degree or diploma) from an accredited LPN program; 1-2 years clinical nursing experience preferredRequired Experience
1 - 2 yearsJob LocationGettysburg, PA USPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular
Schedule
Days
Additional Scheduling Info
80hrs/2wks
Additional Requirements
PA Act73 - Child Abuse Clearance Required<