Summary

The Ambulatory Operations Nurse works in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals in the diagnostic team to provide proficient, compassionate patient-centered care in an ambulatory setting. Systematically and continuously utilizes strategies for meeting patient needs across our multi-modality department. Utilizes skills to plan, implement and deliver patient care in a safe and effective manner.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated and able to multi-task to ensure patient safety and satisfaction.

Job Duties

• Instructs patients concerning the preparations needed for tests.
• Communicates with providers and other health care professionals regarding orders and care of patients.
• Executes physician orders and administers medication and treatment for patients.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient’s electronic medical records.
• Assists with patient treatment and procedures.
• Ensures efficient operation of clinic by planning use of supplies/ equipment.
• Provides professional nursing assessment to patients.
• Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality and safe patient care and a
• positive patient experience.
• Adheres to the scope of practice as defined by the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
• Provides telephone triage to patients and ensures patients receive the appropriate level of care.
• Counsels patients and family members reinforcing their understanding of post testing self-care skills.
• Participates in orientation of new clinical staff.
• Respects and supports patient rights and promotes positive patient relations.
• Prioritizes and organizes work sot that assignments are completed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment; stocks and orders supplies, as needed.
• Identifies specific patient needs as they relate to diagnostic testing. Conveying findings to pertinent team member and/or provider.
• Maintains a professional and cooperative relationship among team members by communicating information, responding to requests, and building rapport by participating in in team problem solving methods.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree in Nursing.
• Two years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse (RN).
• Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in IV placement.