Job Description
The RN in the General Surgery/Trauma office works under physician or APP supervision to provide direct patient care, triage, assessment, planning, and evaluation of care plans in a team setting.
Responsibilities include recording vital signs, obtaining patient histories, administering medications, participating in procedures, reviewing test results, and facilitating patient communication.
Delegates appropriate tasks to LPNs or MAs, adheres to regulatory and compliance policies, and contributes to quality metrics.
Provides orientation and ongoing education to staff, educates patients on health and wellness, and maintains current knowledge through continuous education.
Role involves handling sensitive information securely, with access limited to necessary purposes, in compliance with privacy regulations.