
Urology Clinic RN
- Hixson, TN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Performed bladder diagnostic testing
- Performs Uroflow and cystometrogram voiding Pressure Studies
- Placement of Foley Catheters
- May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice.
- Obtain patient consent for care and ensure patient confidentiality.
- Obtain and document health history, information on chief complaint, vital signs, and health risk factors and assesses disease condition.
- Provide patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.
- Execute prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administer prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. Refer to/consult with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns.
- Educate patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
- Document patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
- Track quality assurance data and monitor for acute and chronic care management.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.
- Current/valid Registered Nurse license from the state licensing board required.
- May be required to have additional specialty certifications.
- 1 year related experience in a specialty clinic (e.g. Oncology, Urology, Pediatrics, etc.) perferred.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.