Clinical Nurse-OC Job in Fairfax, Virginia US
Clinical Nurse-OC
We the people of Kaiser Permanente believe in the endless pursuit of excellence, and in health and well-being for all. At Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States, we've built our culture on communication, teamwork, and respect. From our financial professionals and IT team members to our RNs and physicians on the front line of care-we work together to support each other's goals and promote a balance between work and life. And we do it all in a dynamic landscape. From the excitement of our nation's capital to the scenic coastlines of Maryland and Virginia, the Mid-Atlantic area offers plenty of year-round activity, making it the perfect place for you and your family to call home. Join us. To coordinate and monitor care of patients in the assigned clinical area. Essential Functions: - Administers all oral and injecting medications in the assigned clinical area. Ensures narcotics and drug supplies are available in the assigned clinical area and assures the proper security of all narcotics and controlled substances according to KP standards and applicable regulatory laws. Initiates and monitors IV therapy to therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. - Provides ongoing assurance of functional emergency equipment and adequate emergency drug supplies. Responds to emergency situations throughout medical facility. Documents emergency situation to supervisor. - Coordinates, implements, and evaluates patient teaching plans for areas of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, anticoagulant therapy, therapeutic diet instruction, weight control, and other areas as designated. - Sets-up, performs, and/or assists with procedures as appropriate. - Coordinates recovery care of patients post sedation. Ensures safety measures are instituted for all compromised patients receiving care. - Triages walk-in patients as needed or assigned. - Supervises patient flow and directs other clinical support staff in the delivery of patient care within the Health Care Team (HCT).Acts as a resource person to LPNs and Clinic Assistants. - Acts as patient advocate and resolves problem within HCT. Brings unresolved issues to Clinical Coordinator's attention if unresolved within the team. - Performs other related duties as directed. Requirements