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VillageMD

Delivers local primary care via platform

Registered Nurse - Oncology Infusion

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 11
Part-timeFlorham Park, NJ, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree is required.
  • A New Jersey State Nursing License and BLS certification are required.
  • Zero to one year of experience is required.
  • Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to perform diverse work assignments within time limitations with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Ability to use problem-solving, critical-thinking, and priority-setting skills.
  • Physical ability to push and pull, lift heavy objects, move from place to place, maneuver the body, use hand and finger dexterity, maintain balance while climbing, bending, or reaching, and sustain activities such as typing, standing, bending, and walking.
  • Ability to work in an environment with risks including chemicals, chemotherapy, fumes, loud noises, vibration, extreme temperatures, confined spaces, allergens, magnetic fields, radiation, sharps, and latex.
  • Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, or tissue specimens, including possible contact with patients or patient specimens and unplanned or unexpected exposure.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the physician and staff with the daily coordination of patient care and physician access.
  • Serve as a liaison between patients, staff, and physicians.
  • Maintain efficient patient flow.
  • Deliver direct patient care within the scope of licensure and in accordance with SMG policy.
  • Collect and accurately label lab specimens according to departmental guidelines.
  • Prioritize patient care by implementing physician orders and nursing procedures.
  • Ensure patients are properly prepared for visits and prepare pertinent information for each visit.
  • Communicate problems, concerns, or issues to the Office Supervisor or Manager promptly and appropriately.
  • Confirm patient identity before providing or documenting care.
  • Use Tasking in the electronic health record appropriately and promptly.
  • Accurately obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, height, and weight, as required.
  • Administer injections according to protocol and document them accurately in the electronic health record.
  • Demonstrate telephone triage protocols and document appropriately in the electronic health record.
  • Schedule appointments according to department guidelines.
  • Follow universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposing of medical waste.
  • Review and update medication lists, follow prescription control and refill procedures, and accurately document known allergies in the electronic health record.
  • Enter orders and schedule appointments in the Practice Management System and electronic health record.
  • Provide referrals and consult orders appropriately and promptly in the Practice Management System and electronic health record.
  • Check and maintain emergency equipment logs according to policy.
  • Facilitate transitions of care to an urgent care center or hospital.
  • Maintain proficiency with department-specific equipment and promptly troubleshoot and report malfunctions.
  • Assist with ordering and maintaining supplies as assigned.
  • Demonstrate flexibility with various work schedules.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Two to four years of experience is preferred.
  • Experience with standard office equipment, including a phone, fax machine, 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.

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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