About this role
1. Under the direct supervision of the provider, the nurse will assist in initiating care in the Urgent Care setting. RN/LNP must correctly identify patients by asking name and date of birth. Nurse duties include intake, assessment, point of care testing, all provider ordered treatments, discharges, and patient education.
2. Assess and treat patients in a fast paced, high volume urgent care setting.
3. Obtain and document all current medical history, medications, and allergies within the EMR.
4. Assist providers in urgent care procedures. Implement orders for EKG’s, dressing changes, suture removal, ear lavages, splinting, injections, IV insertion, and IV infusions.
5. Maintain and stock all rooms, IV carts, and other supplies as needed to meet the needs of the department. Check all equipment to ensure proper working order.
6. Return patient phone calls to answer general medical questions in a timely manner.
7. Always maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of information.
8. Assess personal and learning developmental needs and act as a resource person for other staff and patients. Participate in staff meetings and other activities that promote the growth and development of nursing and patient care.
9. Work cooperatively with co-workers and communicate politely with department employees, patients, and visitors.
10. Perform other work duties as requested.
11. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers.
Urgent Care RN – Grade P020, Job Code: P020
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• (RN) - Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• (BLS) - Current Basic Life Support certification
• Previous IV insertion/therapy skills
• Acute care experience
• (Preferred) - Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN)
• (Preferred) Previous Urgent Care/Emergency Department experience
Urgent Care LPN – Grade 1P016, Job Code: 10566
• (LPN) - Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• (BLS) - Current Basic Life Support certification
• Previous IV insertion/therapy skills
• Acute care experience
• (Preferred) Previous Urgent Care/Emergency Department experience
Other facts
About Cape Cod Healthcare
Cape Cod Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare services for residents and visitors of Cape Cod. With more than 600 physicians, over 5,000 employees and over 250 volunteers, Cape Cod Healthcare is comprised of two acute care hospitals, a Level III trauma center, the Cape’s leading provider of homecare and hospice services (VNA), seven urgent care centers, a primary and specialty care network, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility, an assisted living facility, and numerous health services and programs.
We are committed to achieving and maintaining the highest standards in healthcare by partnering with other health and human service providers and continuing to invest in new technologies. By offering services like imaging and radiology, heart and vascular care, surgical services, orthopedics and urgent care, Cape Cod Healthcare provides access to exceptional medical services across the Cape.
For over a century, we have never wavered from our mission: To coordinate and deliver the highest quality, accessible health services, which enhance the health of all Cape Cod residents and visitors.
What you'll do
- The nurse will assist in initiating care in the Urgent Care setting, including patient intake, assessment, and treatment. Responsibilities also include maintaining supplies, assisting providers with procedures, and ensuring patient confidentiality.
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