Clinical Nurse II- Concierge Medicine

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Duke Health Integrated Practice Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina. Clinical Nurse II- Duke Signature Care Location: 3475 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705 Job Summary: We are seeking a Clinical Nurse II in our Duke Signature Care clinic located in Durham, NC to be an integral member of the healthcare team and provide direct and indirect care to patients. Independently plan and provide professional nursing care for patients in ambulatory clinic settings in accordance with the medical and nursing plans of care and established policies and procedures. Provide nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Participate in daily huddles with providers and clinical team to coordinate patient care needs. Plan, provide and document professional nursing care in ambulatory settings, utilizing the nursing process, in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures, under the supervision of clinic leadership. Perform patient assessment on intake and documentation utilizing double identifiers including reason for visit, vital signs, medication reconciliation, falls risk, goals, learning assessment, PHQ2/9, SDOH, patient screening for immunizations, and appropriate forms. Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, assessing learning needs, and continuing education as required by the NCBON/ other Certification Agencies. Maintains current knowledge of policies/procedures set forth by DUHS/DHIP, other regulatory agencies, and those that are clinic specific. (Infection Control, Environment of Care, Joint Commission/PCMH, etc.) Assist/chaperone provider with procedures (pap smear, breast/rectal exams, shave biopsy, intra-articular injection/aspiration, etc.). Collect and analyze patient data, make recommendations for nursing care plans, evaluate nursing care provided, document and communicate appropriately nursing actions taken and patient responses. Address staff messages, patient prescription refill requests patient calls, prior authorizations, faxing, etc. during work shift; walk-in and telephone patient triage when needed. Perform EKG’s ear lavage, administer medications (PO, IM, ID, SQ, topical, inhalation), immunizations, nebulizer treatments, suture removal, wound dressings and pulse oximetry as needed. PIV insertion for patient hydration and urinary catheterization as ordered by provider. Perform checks, maintains clinic logs for equipment, supplies, medication, refrigerators, and runs controls in accordance with appropriate policy. Clean exam rooms, stock, check for expiration dates, and document on appropriate log. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Job Eligibility Requirements: Work requires graduation from an accredited BSN or Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an appropriate BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date. 2+ years of clinical experience is required. Adult Medical/Surgical, ED, Critical Care, Cardiac or previous Ambulatory Care experience with the last 5 years preferred. Must have current or compact RN licensure in the state of North Carolina. BLS required. Job Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am - 4:30pm with no weekends or Duke designated holidays. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. 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