Physician Office Nurse - Surgical Specialist
Company: WellSpan Health
Location: Chambersburg
Posted on: November 19, 2023
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Job Description:
SummaryLocation: 120 N Seventh Street Chambersburg, PA
17201Schedule: Days/EveningJob 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
Informationhttp://www.joinwellspan.org/BenefitsGeneral 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#bonus
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