Texas Children´s is nationally ranked in the top five among children´s hospitals by both Child magazine and U.S. News & World Report.
Overview:Supervise and direct clinical staff; gather information, assess and provide direct care to patients.Responsibilities:Supervise, coach, counsel and evaluate clinical staff to ensure the consistent delivery of quality patient care and customer service.- Schedule staff based on practice need and budget.- Assure appropriate staffing to provide coverage for patient volume.- Monitor patient flow.- Maintain appropriate inventory control of medical supplies and medications.- Assure compliance with regulatory requirements (CLIA, OSHA, JCAHO).- Orient staff.- Assist in the collection of patient/family data.- Collect and document vital signs and reason for visit.- Document current medications, allergies and other information.- Prepare patient for examination.- Assist provider during treatments, examinations and testing.- Complete treatments/lab.- Document all interventions.- Call in prescription refills.- Keep rooms stocked with supplies.- Administer medication and document administration as well as document adverse reactions.- Maintain integrity of medication supplies.- Assist with education of patient/family.- Coordinate referrals.- Triage patients. Required Skills: Knowledge and Skills:Fundamental knowledge of pediatric assessment and treatment.- Knowledge of related OSHA, CLIA and JCAHO guidelines and requirements, general office tasks, confidentiality and filing system.- Ability to use thermometer, scales, sphygmomanometer/stethoscope, scalp vein needles, hearing/vision screening equipment, pulse oximetry, typanometer, basic laboratory (microscope, centrifuge, hematology analyzer) equipment and specimen collection.- Proficiency with treatments such as nebulizer, ear irrigation and dressing changes.- Familiarity with business office equipment (computer, multi-line telephone, copier and fax machines).Education, Experience and Licensure:Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.- Current license to practice nursing in the State of Texas.- Current CPR.- One (1) year of experience as a staff nurse is required.