Office Nurse (RN) - Neurosurgery Clinic

• Provide culturally sensitive, age-specific nursing care to patients with complex neurological conditions.
• Conduct preliminary assessments through observation and chart reviews.
• Evaluate unstable or complex patient situations and implement appropriate interventions.
• Coordinate care with other healthcare providers and facilities. Work collaboratively with surgeons, advanced practice providers, clinic staff, and ancillary departments to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Assists with the throughput of patients prior to arriving to clinic, at the clinic visit, and following the clinic visit.
• Assist patients in their journey through their neurosurgery care plan which may include weight loss counseling, nicotine cessation, glucose control, bone health optimization, and completing imaging/lab orders among others.
• Conducts Phone Triage, respond to patient inquiries, assess symptoms, and provide guidance or referrals as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR). Complete necessary forms and obtain physician signatures as required. Contacts patients with test results and documents phone calls.
• Promotes accident prevention and reports potential hazards to maintain a safe environment.
• Responds to emergency situations and contacts emergency services as directed by physician.
• Educate patients and their families about neurological conditions, treatment plans, and post-procedure care as appropriate to situation.
• Participate in assisting clinical research and completing associated credentialing as needed. Research responsibilities may include screening and enrolling patients in clinical studies, patient phone calls, placing orders.
• Participate in tracking and obtaining quality measures used within the clinic which may involve dynamometer assessments, weight loss checks, patient reported outcome questionnaires among others.
• Be willing to learn how to perform intramuscular injections on patients for bone health medications.

• Performs sterile processing of instruments as needed.
• Obtains coverage for shift in event of illness or absence.
• Prepares exam room/minor surgery for procedure(s).

• Required: Associates Degree in Nursing.
• Preferred: Bachelors or Master of Science in Nursing.

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a clinic or hospital setting.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience as an RN.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in phone triage.

• Current Oregon State Registered Nurse license.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.

• Strong clinical nursing skills with the ability to assess and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Functions as a cooperative, flexible team member in a positive manner utilizing good communication techniques.
• Uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients and significant others.
• Utilizes critical thinking as a problem-solving process in making decisions related to patient care and department needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively educate and support patients and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Functions effectively as part of a team to provide appropriate level of patient care.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrates efficient organization skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records and basic computer applications.
• Presents a professional image.
• Demonstrates good grammar and spelling abilities in written communication.
• Demonstrates the ability to type accurately at the rate of 40 WPM.
• Recognizes own limitations and seeks guidance appropriately.
• Prioritizes patient care appropriately, coordinating duties and resources in an effective manner.

Hillsboro Medical Center