Registered Nurse Float Nurse

Role:

Provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices and maintains office hours as directed by physician.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Arranges for patient testing and admissions.
• Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination and testing of patients.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results.
• Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Performs related work as required.
• Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Dispenses medication as directed.

Performance Measurements:

• Care for telephone calls in a prompt, professional and complete manner.
• Provide nursing care to patients and carry out the physicians orders promptly.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude and appearance.
• Assure the proper preparation and maintenance of the patient record.
• Observe and report the patient's medical condition to the physician.
• Oversee the daily appointment schedule.
• Arrange for patient testing, referrals, admissions, etc.
• Observe all clinic policies and guidelines.