RN - Brain & Spine

Company: CARLE
Location: Bloomington
Posted on: November 16, 2024

Job Description:

The Ambulatory Nurse utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the practice of nursing. Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The patient population consists of individuals having neck, back, or spine related diagnosis.

• Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.
• Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.
• Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.
• Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.
• Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.
• Assists Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in the development of departmental standing orders.
• Triage patient phone calls
• Assist in procedures in the Injection Suite
• Start IVs
• MRI and Injection screenings
• Patient education for surgeries and injections
• Remove staples or stitches
• Assist MDs with office procedures
• Surgery scheduling

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