nurse clinician/ambulatory - Lexington, KY , USA, United States - University of Kentucky

Description

Job Summary

The person in this position will serve as a Nurse for the College of Dentistry, primarily at UK COD's Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic.

The successful candidate must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, high volume environment.

This position will be responsible for providing care to patients during consultation, pre-op, surgery and post op. Will provide wound care to post op patients.

The Nurse Clinician will monitor and record baseline, intra-op and post-op vital signs, as well as report any abnormal readings or other pertinent health history to provider.

They will also coordinate patient care among multi clinics. This position will serve as a back-up nurse when necessary.


Other duties include:
* administer medications under the verbal order of provider
* act as point of contact for patients and/or other healthcare entities
* complete post-op evaluation of patient prior to transporting patient following sedation procedures
* complete timeout process
* ensuring correct patient, procedure, consent and supplies are obtained prior to giving medications
* review post-op instructions with patient and escort

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to thrive in a fast paced high volume environment, accuracy, attention to detail, and patient care, knowledge of vital monitoring, time management, organization, teamwork.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

ADN plus four or more years of related experience in dental procedures or nursing preferred.

Deadline to Apply 05/16/2024 University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.

We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.

In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.

These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.