Abortion Nurse - Pittsburgh, United States - Allegheny Reproductive Health Center

Description

Job Description

General Summary:

Provides nursing care to patients under the general direction of the ARHC Medical Director for patients seeking abortion, gynecologic and reproductive health services at Allegheny Reproductive Health Center. Participates as an integral member of the patient care team in an outpatient surgical center setting. An ideal candidate is passionate about providing non-judgmental, patient-centered care, is able to problem-solve in a fast-paced clinical environment, and has excellent patient assessment, emergency care, and communication skills. This part-time position is primarily a weekend position and will require the employee to work most Saturdays and some Sundays.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the physician and/or CRNA in clinical care of patients, including clinically assessing patients pre- and post-procedure
• Provide intra-procedural monitoring of sedated patient at the direction of a physician
• Comply with infection control policies and protocols
• Provide emotional support to patients
• Engage in education and training on infection control and blood borne pathogens on an annual basis, including protocols on notification and testing post-exposure, in conjunction with the Risk Manager and/or Medical Director.
• Engage in other education and training deemed necessary by the Medical Director
• Maintain inventory and equipment, including the emergency crash cart, at the direction of Director and Nursing and/or Medical Director.
• Maintain an accurate log of medications administered, both on relevant clinic medication logs and in the electronic medical record.

Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills/Qualifications:

1. Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification.
2. Current PA RN License or multi-state license through the Nursing Licensure Compact.
3. Clearances as required by the PA Department of Human Services, including Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, PA State Police Criminal History Clearance, and FBI Criminal History Clearance ).
4. Must maintain a calm, interactive personality while being professional. Must be courteous, non-judgmental, but directive and firm toward patients.
5. Ability to maintain calm, commanding demeanor in times of medical emergency or other difficult situations.
6. Ability to work with and interact with individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, immigration status, religion, socioeconomic status, or disability.
7. Ability to be self-motivated, as well as take instruction and guidance from others.
8. Ability to work under conditions of stress with minimal supervision and direction.

Working Conditions:

Employees will interact with clients and staff members of various ages, life experiences and points of reference. Employees will interact with patients who are experiencing stress or physical discomfort. Upon entering our clinic, employees may encounter individuals who are strongly anti-abortion and may verbally harass or possibly threaten employees and/or patients; security personnel are available on-site. Possible exposure to contaminated specimens and other conditions associated with a health center environment.