Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

J4K UC Idaho Falls - Idaho Falls, Idaho 83404

Overview

Salary Range $26.50 - $36.00 Hourly Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Travel Percentage Up to 10%

Description

Just 4 Kids Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide remarkable care to our pediatric patients. The RN will perform a variety of nursing duties including blood draws, catheterizations, breathing treatments, and various lab testing. In addition to these duties, the RN will coordinate care both internally and externally as it relates to medical services we provide and services that are referred out. Just 4 Kids Urgent Care is open from 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. seven days a week. Our full-time nurses work three 12-hour shifts, part-time two 12-hour shifts, and PRN one shift or less per week.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Takes patient history and obtains vital signs prior to provider seeing the patient.
• Performs basic testing and screenings.
• Completes corresponding computer work for lab tests ordered on blood, urine, tissue, and culture samples.
• Performs subcutaneous, intradermal and intramuscular injections and accurately documents according to the policy for that procedure.
• Dispenses and documents prepackaged medications and other treatment modalities.
• Assists providers with exams and procedures.
• Performs procedures as instructed by the provider (ear irrigation, eye irrigation, nasal suctioning, IV placement, and IV hydration).
• Maintains confidentiality with all patient information (HIPAA).
• Operates and maintains in-house lab equipment.
• Acts as liaison and care coordinator both internally and externally for various services needed by the patient.
• Follows up with patients and other facilities to ensure that patients receive the care that they need.
• Responds to patient inquiries using internal inquiry messaging services.
• Tracks the progress of patients requiring varying services.
• Ensures a superior patient experience, by embracing the Just 4 Kids mission and values.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The preferred RN will have the following:

• Must hold a valid Idaho nursing license.
• Current BLS and/or ACLS certification required (certification is offered in-house).
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Keen observational and problem-solving skills.