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RN - Primary Care Clinic

LCMC Health · New Orleans, Louisiana, US

Your job is more than a job. The RN Clinic provides appropriate medical care and counseling to the patient in an appropriate manner. Provides support to the...

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Your job is more than a job. The RN Clinic provides appropriate medical care and counseling to the patient in an appropriate manner. Provides support to the medical provider and provides delivery of care under stable and predictable conditions within the framework of the patient care assignment. GENERAL DUTIES: Participates in the care of patients under the supervision of the manager/director and in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. Measures and records appropriate vital signs based on departmental policy and patient age. Identifies abnormal values based on age and developmental level and reports findings to the appropriate medical provider. Participates in clinic flow, including but not limited to assisting with patient arrival to the clinic, assisting in and performing patient procedures, scheduling new and follow-up patient appointments and facilitating a smooth patient exit from clinic. Prepares patients for examination, treatment and/or procedures. Observes patients for signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and report immediately in accordance with policy. Recognizes emergencies and responds appropriately in adherence to organizational policy and procedure...