Physician Office Nurse - Urogynecology
Company: WellSpan Health
Location: Greencastle
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Open to a Medical Assistant OR an LPN for this open Greencastle
Clinical Position. Will require occasional travel to surrounding
Urogynecology department in Gettysburg.Location: 24 Antrim Commons
Drive Greencastle, PA 17225Schedule: 1st Shift DaysJob
DescriptionOur medical group of almost 5,000 employees is strong
and growing fast! We have medical practices that represent 51
specialty areas of medicine across 77 locations throughout Central
Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland. Wherever your patient care
interests fall - whether it's caring for babies, to end of life
care, or anywhere in between to include urgent care - join our
amazing team and learn for yourself why WellSpan was just
recognized in the Forbes' list of the 100 best employers in
Pennsylvania, with a ranking of No. 24!Working together, our goal
is to improve lives through exceptional care for all, lifelong
wellness and healthy communities. Our culture is one of respect,
diversity and inclusion.Benefits Information
General SummaryUnder the general supervision of the Clinical
Nursing Coordinator and/or the Practice Manager, provides safe,
therapeutic and efficient care and services to patients. Functions
as a member of the health care team at an intermediate nursing
level to assist in the planning and implementation of patient care
based upon sound nursing judgment, clinical preparation, knowledge,
skills and experience. Nursing care is provided in accordance with
the provisions of the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. In
addition, serves as a nursing resource for clinical staff and may
serve as the key clinical contact in the absence of the Clinical
Coordinator or Clinical Team Lead by providing support for clinical
staff scheduling and competency oversight of clinicians.Duties and
Responsibilities1 Performs specialized procedures, examinations
and/or tests as ordered.2 In collaboration with Physician/APC,
reinforces health education, counseling, and advice to patients and
families on topics such as healthy life style changes. Effectively
assesses patient educational needs, prioritizes patient's learning
needs, identifies barriers to learning, and uses various
educational tools to encourage the non-adherent patient.3 Tracks,
reviews, and monitors the follow-up of diagnostic test results to
ensure the physician/APC have verified results and patient has been
notified. Provides related education, counseling, ongoing review,
and monitoring regarding diagnostic tests (i.e., INR results in
Anticoagulation Clinic) under the collaboration of the
Physician/APC. Assists in the management of patient care between
visits.4 Assesses patient's/caller's health status based upon
presenting symptoms and follows defined protocols. Determines the
urgency for care and directs patient/caller to the most appropriate
level of care. Should access not be readily available at the
practice, will direct patient/caller to an acceptable alternative
venue of care. Seeks Physician/APC advice appropriately.Required
Education & ExperienceLicensed Practical Nurse Degree or License;
GPN's will be consideredBCLS certificationRequired SkillsStrong
computer skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills
Keywords: WellSpan Health, Germantown , Physician Office Nurse - Urogynecology, Administration, Clerical , Greencastle, Maryland
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