Lead Clinician RN

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Provides complex technical nursing care for assigned patients under the supervision of the RN Ambulatory Care Supervisor or providers. Also serves as the administrative lead under the supervision of the Ambulatory Care Supervisor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

2. Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Three (3) years clinical experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. BSN.

EXPERIENCE:

1. One (1) year of experience in a medical office setting.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Adheres to all UPC/WVUH-E and the individual practice policies, procedures and regulations, including attendance, confidentiality and compliance.

2. Admits patients to the practice and demonstrates technical competences in the practice including but not limited to taking and recording of vitals, and assisting medical care providers as needed in the clinical area.

3. Screen patients to determine the need for medical attention.

4. Takes patient history.

5. Assists the medical care providers in developing an appropriate Plan of Care for patients.

6. Maintain professional expertise in nursing to best meet the medical needs of the patient.

7. Utilizes multi-disciplinary resources in response to patient/family’s needs, including patient/family education.

8. Organizes tasks consistent with patient care needs.

9. Demonstrates high standards in customer service and teamwork.

10. Performs other duties as assigned, requested or volunteered for that measurably assist in enhancing the role, position, viability, or recognition of the practice and staff.

11. Facilitating collaborative care for patients.

12. Providing mentoring to nursing staff.

13. Coordinating direct care activities among nursing staff and the front office staff.

14. Ensuring the proper staffing of front office and nursing staff for the medical practice associated with the urgent care facility.

15. Contribute to staff reviews and evaluations.

16. Follows hospital, state and federal guidelines of ensuring safe environment for workers, patients and public.  Ensures compliance by staff to hospital, governmental and insurance regulations.

17. Communicates and interacts with clients, families, visitors, physicians, departmental and hospital staff and the public in general in a manner that demonstrates professionalism and concern for the individuals’ needs(s).

18. Participates in the processes to assess and improve the service provided and compliance with regulatory requirements.  Reports results assessment and improvement processes to the appropriate administrative levels.

19. Willingly accepts assignments within scope of practice, skill set and level of competence.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must meet Department of Labor’s MEDIUM duty standard (MEDIUM WORK- exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly).

2. Ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8-10 hour shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. May Travel between facilities and buildings.

2. Schedule may vary based on business needs.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to perform a variety of work assignments in an accurate manner, works independently, and demonstrates good communication skills. 

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

BMC Berkeley Medical Center

Cost Center:

478 BMC Ears Nose and Throat

Address:

2500 Hospital DriveMartinsburgWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.