Registered Nurse Primary Care

An established primary care practice in the Pineville area is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide clinical care, patient education, and nurse triage support. This position works closely with providers and clinical staff to coordinate care for patients with acute and chronic conditions.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Location: Pineville/South Charlotte area

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, obtain medical histories and vital signs, and document findings in the EHR
• Provide nursing care according to clinical guidelines, legal requirements, and established standards
• Carry out provider-ordered treatments and administer medications
• Start IVs, administer IV fluids, and monitor patient responses
• Educate patients and families on medications, insulin, inhaler use, and acute and chronic condition management
• Complete medication refills, prior authorizations, forms, and electronic orders
• Monitor quality data related to acute and chronic care
• Serve as the primary clinical resource for walk-in emergencies, including chest pain, fainting, and hypoglycemia
• Participate in emergency response procedures when needed
• Support Medical Assistants and patient flow during busy periods
• Delegate appropriate responsibilities within the state Nurse Practice Act

Nurse Triage

• Evaluate patient calls escalated by Medical Assistants
• Assess symptoms and determine the appropriate level and urgency of care
• Schedule patients with a practice provider or direct them to urgent care when appropriate
• Refer patients with high-risk symptoms to the emergency department or arrange emergency transportation
• Provide approved home-care guidance when emergency treatment is not required
• Consult with providers as needed and document all advice and communication in the EHR

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred
• Active North Carolina Registered Nurse license
• Current American Heart Association or client BLS certification
• ACLS certification if required for the assigned clinical area
• At least one year of professional nursing experience; outpatient or primary care experience preferred
• Experience using an electronic health record system
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, triage, and patient-service skills

Required health documentation includes a TB screening and Hepatitis B and influenza vaccination records or applicable declination forms.

Candidates must be able to remain active throughout the workday, use a computer for extended periods, and lift or support up to 35 pounds.