Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Registered Nurse (RN) - UT Neurology

  • Knoxville
  • University Physicians Association, Inc.
Apply Job Type Full-time Description University Physicians Association is seeking qualified applicants for a Registered Nurse position at a practice located within the UT Medical Center. Candidates must be detail-oriented and able to work under deadlines in a very fast-paced office. Applicants must be familiar with scheduling surgeries, giving instructions, writing orders, and making the patients their top priority. This position will work closely with physicians to provide a seamless patient experience. Job Responsibilities: * Provide complete patient assessment, including vital signs and pre-examination procedures in clinic setting. Gathers and assesses objective and subjective data from the patient. * Performs telephone triage for providers, using critical thinking skills to make decisions, communicating all pertinent information and interventions to the provider. * Documents data and assessments in the patient electronic record * Assists the providers in all aspects of the consultation, treatment, procedures, and follow-up care. * Medication reconciliation, management, patient compliance, inventory, education. * Demonstrate critical thinking, sound judgments based on the presenting data, and a timely response based on the expected patient outcome and standards of care as well as unit/organizational policies. * Surgery knowledge including scheduling, communicating surgery instructions and treatment plans to patient. The position will include rotation of triage nurse call for urgent medical issues * Maintain current CPR for Health Care Providers. * Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance * Other duties as requested by Office Supervisor If you are looking for a career that offers a great culture to grow and learn while using your passion for patient care, we want you on our team! In addition to working for a company that is committed to being a great place to work for all team members, we also offer a great comprehensive benefit package that includes: * Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance * 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting * Short-term and Long-term disability * Life insurance * Critical Illness * Flexible Spending Accounts * Health Savings Account with Employer contribution * PTO, Sick leave, Bereavement leave * Employee Assistance Program * Fitness Centers Requirements * RN License required * Prior medical experience required * Strong communication skills * Attention to detail, time management, and organization skills