The Registered Nurse (RN) - Urgent Care provides direct patient care in a fast-paced, walk-in medical setting. The RN works as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, treat, and educate patients with non-emergent but urgent health conditions. This role involves triaging patients, administering medications, providing wound care, and collaborating with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans.
Responsibilities :
Perform initial patient assessments to identify the severity of illness or injury.
Triage patients based on clinical condition and urgency, ensuring those with critical needs are prioritized.
Collect patient health history, vital signs, and perform physical assessments.
Provide timely care for a range of urgent health issues, including minor injuries, infections, respiratory illnesses, and other non-life-threatening conditions.
Administer medications, injections, IV fluids, and treatments as ordered by the healthcare provider.
Assist with minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, splinting, and removal of foreign bodies.
Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to develop and implement patient care plans.
Communicate patient status, test results, and response to treatment with the provider and other healthcare team members.
Provide patients and families with instructions and education on managing health conditions, including medication administration, wound care, and follow-up care.
Ensure patients understand discharge instructions and any necessary follow-up appointments.
Accurately document all patient interactions, assessments, treatments, and medication administration in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Maintain compliance with organizational policies and healthcare regulations, including patient privacy (HIPAA) and infection control protocols.
Follow infection control procedures to maintain a safe and sterile environment for patients and staff.
Administer vaccinations and provide preventive care following established guidelines.
Education :
Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred).
License :
Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state.
Certification :
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required depending on the patient population.
Experience :
Previous experience in urgent care, emergency department, or a similar fast-paced healthcare environment preferred.
Skills :
Proficiency in triaging patients and providing care in urgent settings.
Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple patients simultaneously.