RN Physician Extender
Occupations:
Registered NursesAcute Care NursesCritical Care NursesNurse PractitionersClinical Nurse SpecialistsIndustries:
Offices of PhysiciansHome Health Care ServicesSpecialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) HospitalsGeneral Medical and Surgical HospitalsContinuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the ElderlySummaryThe physician extender acts as a liaison between physicians, patients, hospital, and office. Performs assessments of patients and documents according to protocol. Accountable for assuring delivery of quality nursing care for the designated patients in accordance with the individual patient's needs, physicians' orders, and PH policies, and standards of practice. Responsible for working collaboratively with management, physician, and coworkers to provide excellent service to our patients.EducationMust be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.Licensure/CertificationMust hold a current Indiana Registered Nurse license. CPR certification required. ACLS certification preferred.Experience2 years' experience in a medical setting required-cardiology recommended.Other QualificationsMedical terminology and pharmacology background needed. Basic knowledge of cardiac rhythms in preferred. Essential computer skills and knowledge of electronic medical records recommended. Good verbal and written communication skills required.