Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
Eastern Virginia Medical School
Norfolk, VA

Registered Nurse

Overview This position will function independently, managing patients with complex rehabilitation needs within the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation department. Additionally, serve as clinical expert regarding rehabilitation nursing, assisting the patient and family in learning information, physical skills, and coping mechanisms to become as independent as possible. The Registered Nurse will provide care to and in support of patients to include coordinating resources, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, follow up care, patient education, and other resources as identified for patients. This integral position of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is designed to decrease fragmentation of care and coordinate services. In addition to supporting the clinical and educational needs of the patient, the position will enhance patient access and ease of clinical evaluation for referring physicians and services. Responsibilities Serves as a clinical expert in complex clinical nursing situations Must possess in-depth knowledge of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, including the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of various impairments and disabilities Promotes client/family adaptation to lifestyle changes Obtain a complete health history and record findings in a systematic, accurate, and succinct form. Provide assessment and education to the patient and family. Act as a liaison between patients, referring practices, and specialty providers regarding patient care, as needed. Assist physician in addressing patient questions and concerns. Improve patient knowledge and understanding of treatment options and plans. Promote informed patient decision making. Works with individuals, communities, and populations to set goals for reducing risk, promoting health, and preventing disability Manage patients through the electronic health record ensuring that patients are monitored through their active treatment plan. Document all patient encounters within the electronic health record. Triage patients to include obtaining vitals and escort to treatment room. Assist with office surgical and diagnostic procedures. Coordinate additional care for patients to include follow-up testing or procedures, scheduling, and physician's orders. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are crucial for developing individualized rehabilitation plans and adapting them as patients progress. Compassion, patience and empathy are essential when working with patients who may be dealing with pain, disability, or limitations. Maintain an inventory of supplies and ensure that they are adequately stocked for daily clinic activities. Provide education and act as a resource to other staff members regarding the care of patients. Record all pertinent patient information in EHR as well as completing workflows for meaningful use objectives. Completes workflows in the EHR to meet advancing care information objectives. Facilitate patient care flow in the clinic while providing direct patient care for an assigned provider/s. Orient new clinical staff to include signing off on clinical competencies. Promote the philosophy, goals and objectives of EVMS, EVMS Medical Group and the Department by becoming familiar with and complying with policies and procedures. Perform triage and monitor task queues. Attendance, as assigned, is essential to meeting required performance duties. Complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum one-year experience of medical-surgical clinical experience preferred. Must have a valid Virginia license as a Professional Registered Nurse. BSN preferred Location : Location US-VA-Norfolk