Professional Duties:
* Check patients into the clinic and triage using clinical guidelines. Inform the RN,Physician Extender (Physician Assistant) or Physician of the patient’s condition and potential problems.
* Perform a full range of diagnostic support duties which include taking vital signs;Collecting specimens; obtaining, recording and tracking results of diagnostic tools.
* Perform a range of treatment procedures that includes sterile dressing changes,applying compresses, monitoring IV fluids, inserting nasogastric tubes, administering medications, setting up and giving treatments that requires auxiliary equipment such as oxygen and suction. Ambulate patients to other areas to include Radiology, Physical Therapy and various clinics.
* Prepare patients for tests, examinations, treatments, and/or surgery. Collect specimens As required . Label specimens for laboratory examinations and follow up by using the CHCS (Composite Health Care System) computer system (training will be provided). Calling the lab for reports. Alert provider to conditions which deviate from expected findings.
* Perform routine nursing care activities such as taking blood pressures, temperatures, Baths and hygiene care, and otherwise assist in the care of the physical needs of the Patient.
* Instruct patients on how equipment is used such as oxygen, suction, cardiac monitor And pulse oximeter. Instruct patients and family on use of prescribed medications, and the necessity of proper follow up care.
* Perform immunizations and allergy treatments at some clinic locations
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