Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: primarily 7:30a-4:00p, hours may flex to meet the needs of the department. No holidays. Weekend day on rare occasion for special projects only.

A “Registered Nurse” is a person who holds a valid Indiana license, and who bears primary responsibility and accountability for nursing practices based on specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, and behavioral sciences.

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  Prepares exam rooms for patient use by cleaning the rooms between patients and ensuring that each room is stocked with the appropriate supplies. Prepares procedure trays as necessary.
• Escorts patient to exam room and takes vital signs as needed. Interviews patient to assess needs. Records reason for visit and documents current medications.
• Instructs patient how to prepare for physician's examination.
• Completes routine forms as appropriate (Worker’s Compensation forms, immunization records, etc.).
• Assists physician with patient procedures such as suture removal, laceration/wound care, digital blocks, splinting, etc. Also administers injections, immunizations, vision and hearing tests.. For "nursing visits" records diagnoses and completes fee sheet by recording type of visit and procedures performed.
• Prepares specimens to be analyzed by an outside lab by packaging specimen appropriately, completing requisition form and contacting testing facility as necessary. Tracks all labs sent off-site.
• Schedules offsite diagnostic tests by providing the patient with appropriate preparation instructions and making the appointment by phoning the testing site. Records procedures ordered and tracks results.
• Facilitates referrals to other physicians by phoning their offices, making an appointment for the patient and forwarding requested test results, etc. Records and tracks all referrals.
• Contacts Hospital and outside sources regarding lab results, x-ray results and ER reports.
• Contacts patients to relay test result information; and returns patients phone calls with the physician's recommendations for their care.
• Obtains authorization of referrals by contacting the appropriate insurance professionals and providing them with the requested information. Records precertification number in chart. Records and tracks all referrals.
• Orders supplies for back office as needed.
• Disinfects exam rooms straightens reception area daily.
• Performs front office duties and other duties as required.
• Performs all duties respectful of confidentiality and safety of all patients, employees and physicians.
• Completes all Workman’s Compensation insurance forms where applicable.
• Completes employee respirator fit testing
• Maintains accurate and timely employee health records
• Assists with flu vaccine administration and documentation
• Assists with employee illness and exposure tracking

• Must maintain competence in BLS after initial training.
• May be asked to complete certification to perform hearing tests and audiograms.
• A calm, pleasant professional demeanor is expected.
• Must have the ability to work cooperatively with all staff, physicians and departments.
• Must be committed to Patient Satisfaction and Patient Safety.

• Demonstrated competency in taking patient vitals, injection/immunization procedures, charting and documentation, exam room preparation, infectious waste handling, sterile techniques and routine lab procedures and collection.
• Verbal communication skills that build a strong patient rapport, accuracy with discussing orders with patients, patient's family and pharmacies.
• Written communication skills that are clear, concise and accurate regarding charting and documentation.
• Demonstrated ability in handling patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work with peers in a team environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Competent to perform IV access and maintain line for use.