Clinical RN - Associated Nephrology Consultants

Job description

Associated Nephrology Consultants, located in Maplewood, is looking for a full time Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate recognizes that giving patients personal attention can go a long way in establishing their positive experience with the clinic. Website- Qualifications Education/ Knowledge, including License/ Certification/ Registration Current license as an RN in the state of Minnesota. BLS Healthcare provider. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Knowledge of scope of practice for RNs in the State of Minnesota. Professional knowledge of clinical nursing protocols. Knowledge and understanding of managed care concepts strongly recommended. Knowledge of what medical symptomology constitutes urgent/emergent care. Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations. Knowledge of clinical protocols for vital signs. Knowledge of normal values for vital signs (BP, Pulse, Respiration, Temps). Experience One-two (1-2) years of practical experience as an RN in a physician's office or medical office setting preferred. Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a complex fast-paced environment and take appropriate actions in emergent situations. Must be able to work within established time frames with attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstrates high level of skill in creative problem solving, setting priorities and the ability to use these skills in an environment where the nature of patient inquiries is unpredictable. Demonstrated and proficient skills in all steps of the nursing process. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal relationship skills, and provision of care. Customer service/people skills sufficient to deal with patients on the telephone who need reassurance and/or advice regarding health issues Ability to effectively collaborate with other healthcare team members. Ability to work with a variety of personalities in the medical office setting. Ability to type 50 words per minute and feel comfortable with clinical setting computer operations. Nephrology background is a plus.