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VillageMD

Delivers local primary care via platform

Lead RN Pediatrics

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWest Orange, NJ, USA$43.61 - $54.52 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • A New Jersey state nursing license and BLS certification are required.
  • A valid driver's license and auto insurance are preferred.
  • Zero to one year of experience is required; two to four years of experience is preferred.
  • Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Ability to perform diverse work assignments within time limitations and with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Ability to use problem-solving, critical-thinking, and priority-setting skills.
  • Experience with standard office equipment (phone, fax, copy machine, scanner, email, and voicemail) is preferred.
  • Experience with standard office technology in a Windows-based environment is preferred.
  • Experience with patient-care equipment is preferred.
  • Experience with an electronic health record, practice management system, and departmental or ancillary systems is preferred.
  • Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed.
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of pushing and pulling, lifting heavy objects, mobility, agility, hand and finger dexterity, balance, and endurance.
  • The role involves environmental risks including chemicals, chemotherapy and fumes, loud noises, vibration, extreme temperatures, confined spaces, dust, mold or pollen, magnetic fields, radiation, sharps, and latex.
  • The role may involve exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, or tissue specimens, including possible contact with patients or specimens and unplanned exposure.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver direct patient care within the scope of licensure and in accordance with company policy.
  • Maintain accountability for the quality of delivered care, including standard precautions.
  • Collect and accurately label lab specimens according to departmental guidelines.
  • Prioritize patient care by implementing physician orders and nursing procedures.
  • Document appropriately in the electronic health record.
  • Verify patient identity before providing or documenting care.
  • Maintain efficient patient flow.
  • Use electronic health record tasking appropriately and promptly.
  • Schedule appointments accurately according to department guidelines.
  • Administer injections according to protocol and document them accurately in the electronic health record.
  • Follow telephone triage protocols and document appropriately in the electronic health record.
  • Communicate problems, concerns, or issues promptly and appropriately to the office supervisor or manager.
  • Prepare pertinent information for patient visits.
  • Accurately obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, height, and weight, as required.
  • Review and update medication lists in the electronic health record; follow prescription-control and refill procedures; and accurately document known allergies.
  • Enter orders and schedule appointments in the practice management system and electronic health record.
  • Provide referrals or consultation orders appropriately and promptly in the practice management system and electronic health record.
  • Follow universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposing of medical waste.
  • Maintain proficiency with department-specific equipment, troubleshoot issues, and promptly report malfunctions.
  • Facilitate transitions of care to urgent care or a hospital.
  • Check and maintain emergency-equipment logs according to policy.
  • Assist with ordering and maintaining supplies as assigned.
  • Work flexibly across various schedules and perform duties that need to be done even when not directly assigned.
  • Maintain staff and provider schedules in Shift Hound and work with the office supervisor or clinical coordinator to provide adequate staff coverage.
  • Oversee medical and office supplies and order supplies.
  • Monitor the performance of staff assigned to the office and discuss concerns with the office supervisor, clinical coordinator, or clinical practice manager.
  • Address and resolve patient complaints or issues; communicate issues and resolutions to providers and relevant office or clinical managers; and relay provider concerns to the appropriate manager.
  • Notify the office supervisor, clinical coordinator, or clinical practice manager of potential health and safety hazards and place and follow through on facilities or IT work orders related to the office setting.

About the Company

VillageMD

Delivers local primary care via platform

Preparing a concise company summary for VillageMD.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$491M
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
2013

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