Clinic Nurse
Family Allergy & Asthma - Gurnee, IL
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Job Type Full-timeDescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Clinic NurseWork Schedule: 4 days per week. Typical hours 8-5 pm. Thursdays 10 AM to 7 PM or Tuesdays 10 AM to 7 PM. Employment Classification: Non-exempt, Hourly Travel: Alternating Gurnee and Libertyville offices as needed. Position SummaryThe Clinic Nurse is responsible for demonstrating knowledge and application of job duties within scope of practice and functions under the direction of their manager(s) andor Director(s); respectfully interacts with all levels of staff; provides direct nursing care during assigned duty hours; participates in department activities; promotes independence; adherence to the attendance policy; encourages socialization; advocates for the quality of life of our patients while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws, regulatory and organizational standards; supports the company's core values.Summary of Duties and ResponsibilitiesGet rooms ready for patients and prepare for allergy testing each morningCalibrate PFT sensor dailyEscort patients to a treatment room and prepare them for the doctor's visitAssist the doctor with skin testing and other procedures as orderedSend prescriptions, complete asthma care plans and discharge summariesComplete documentation in the EMR systemPrepare and administer any medications requested by the doctorPatient education regarding medications and environmental controlPrepare and administer nebulized medication and patient education (if needed)Scan testing sheetsAdminister allergy injections and complete all duties of the shot roomKeep clinical area and exam rooms organized and stocked with suppliesKeep samples and sample bags stocked on shelvesCommunicate with injection room staff when emergency medications are used and need to be reorderedCheck refrigerator temperatures daily and log on chartComplete all tasks in Triage when scheduledPrepare patient information folders and Environmental Control packetsPrepare I.D. and scratch traysShut down and plug in computers (pack, if needed), and plug in otoscopes at end of dayTransport supplies (box) to and from satellite offices as neededMaintain and follow HIPAA policies and proceduresOrder supplies, as necessary, through the approved clinic procedureCover Injection Room as neededTrain new staff as needed, or directedOther relevant duties as assigned by DirectorWork with Healix & Specialty pharmacies to process BiologicsIVIG prescriptions and forms: Obtain prior authorizations as needed Cross train for Triage Nurse position and cover as needed RequirementsRequirementsAbilities, Knowledge and SkillsEffective communication skills to include: Ability to fluently speak and read English Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, handbooks, policies, patient care plans and procedure manuals Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written, with all levels of staff and patientsEducation, Prior Work Experience, Special Skill And Knowledge RequirementsDiploma in Nursing- LPNRN with an active and unrestricted Nursing License, or an eNLC multistate nursing license 1 to 2 years nursing experience in an office setting, preferredPrevious allergyasthma experience preferredCPR certification requiredValid Driver's License requiredActive CPR Certification Acceptable results on Office of Inspector General, State Medicaid Exclusions, Abuse Registry Checks, Background Screenings, Drug Screen, and Sanction ChecksAbility to travel to satellite offices as neededMust be at least 18 years of age Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical Demands The physical demands described, here, are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the physical demands. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, bend and sit. On average, injection room or clinic staff may be standing or walking 80% of their shift.The employee must occasionally lift andor move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Specific communication abilities required by this job include the ability to talk and hear in order to converse with others, discern, convey, express oneself, and exchange information. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; lighting is in the standard range. The employee is subject to infectious waste, potential exposure to allergens in concentrated forms, diseases, and conditions. EEOC Compliance Family Allergy & Asthma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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Created: 2025-02-21