RN - Rheumatology Clinic

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Summary:

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for delivering individualized nursing care to patients/families according to their identified needs. The nursing care is based on the nursing process and the medical plan of treatment appropriate to the Rheumatology Specialty Clinic.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited nursing program

• Licensure to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas

• Current BLS certification is required

• Will obtain advanced life support certification within two years from their date of hire/transfer date. Other certification may be required by department.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

* Customer Service Excellence: Customers defined as patients, families, visitors, co-workers, our community and business partners. Fosters positive working relationships, across departments, and campuses to represent Cook Children's as a unified, supportive system. Models Cook Children's mission, vision and values. Engages full spectrum of communication excellence: models' integrity, personal accountability, engagement, communication bridges, active listening, open dialogue, empathy, understanding and interest. Acknowledges and respects individual cultures, values, beliefs, and preferences. Practices self-care and renewal. Exhibits initiative in addressing and resolving customer complaints.

* Communication: Demonstrates effective communication skills as evidenced by being respectful, use of positive body language and tone, and appropriate eye contact. Able to adapt to the communication styles of others to accomplish effective communication. Utilizes active listening skills, clarifies understanding and asks open ended questions. Communicates clearly and accurately with Medical Center staff, patients, families and visitors, regarding patient care and while conducting Medical Center business. Develops and communicates teaching plan for the patient/family that incorporates the nursing plan and the medical plan and use a multi-disciplinary approach.

* Assessment/Planning; Demonstrates ability to assess clinical status, incorporating growth and development and psychosocial implications. Able to plan individualized care for patient/family; demonstrates skill in identifying symptoms, changes, and deviations from the norm. Appropriately reports patient/family needs to providers. Able to triage telephone calls and document accurately findings reported by patient/family.

* Implementation: Implements the nursing plan of care while incorporating the medical plan. Communicates clearly and appropriately with patient/family and other members of the health care team.

* Evaluation: Determines the effectiveness and correctness of procedures performed; considers follow up actions. Evaluates patient/family response to care given and revises as necessary.

* Documentation: Documents and updates pertinent aspects of patient care. Documents medical and nursing plans and outcomes. Appropriately documents prescription refills, teaching, and telephone communications/triage with the patient, family, or social services. Documents patient/family understanding of teaching upon clinic departure.

* Professional/Accountability: Seeks opportunity for self-growth through community participation, attending clinic meetings, and membership to professional organizations. Seeks out continuing education/certification opportunities. Recognizes and maintains patient/family confidentiality.

* Teaching: Serves as a resource to others both inside and outside the Medical Center. Provides appropriate expert advice and opinions; demonstrates appropriate communication skills. Identifies learning needs and participates in clinic staff development.

* Clinical leadership: Understands role withing the clinic and Medical Center. Able to organize and prioritize care, delegating when appropriate. Can identify potential problems and communicate them appropriately. Is able to supervise others. Understands and participates in the Quality Improvement process. Exhibits and maintains a working knowledge of clinic specific procedures and equipment operation. Is a team player and helps Medical Assistants room patients and check patients out when needed.

* Other duties as assigned.

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.