Ambulatory RN

Description Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation Job Description Job Title: Ambulatory RN Job Code: 794 Hours: M-F 8am-5pm FTE: 1.0 Weekend Schedule: N/A Holiday Schedule: Call Schedule: FLSA Status: Nonexempt Department Name: Bratt Family Medicine Location: Brattleboro, Vermont JOB SUMMARY The Ambulatory Care RN will perform Medicare Annual Wellness visits, in accordance with CMS regulations.

The Ambulatory Care RN is responsible for providing quality triage and patient care utilizing strong assessment skills and point of care testing while practicing within the scope of practice defined by the State Board of Nursing. Collaborates with clinicians to assess and establish plan of care for complex patients including setting priorities with the patient/family.

Demonstrates the ability to triage and coordinate patient care with a proactive approach to both acute and chronic disease management while being an advocate for the patient’s rights, value and belief systems. The Ambulatory Care RN works closely with the interdisciplinary care team to improve quality, patient satisfaction, and is involved in the ongoing development and growth of the practice and staff.

DEPARTMENT SCOPE OF SERVICE The BMH-owned or managed physician practices provide medical services in various specialties and offices including pediatrics, OB/GYN, cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, family practice and internal medicine. The practices are staffed by physicians and other licensed providers who are supported by clinical staff (RNs, LPNs or medical assistants) and clerical staff (receptionists, transcriptionists, file clerks).

Hours vary by practice.

Requirements

Graduate of an RN accredited nursing program; BSN preferred. EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS: 3-5 years recent outpatient clinical nursing experience preferred Acute care experience preferred LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S): Active State of Vermont RN license Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification OSHA CATEGORY OSHA Category I

• Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards. PHYSICAL DEMANDS On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities. Standing
• Up to 1/3 Walking
• Up to 1/3 Sitting - 2/3 or more Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more Use of hands to finger, handle or feel
• Up to 1/3 Pushing/Pulling
• None Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling
• None Reaching with hands and arms
• Up to 1/3 Tasting or smelling
• None This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted. Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more Up to 35 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2 Up to 50 pounds
• None Up to 100 pounds
• None More than 100 pounds
• None This position has special vision requirements. Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus) WORK ENVIRONMENT This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions. Wet, humid conditions (non-weather)
• None Work near moving mechanical parts
• Up to 1/3 Fumes or airborne particles
• Up to 1/3 Toxic or caustic chemicals
• Up to 1/3 Outdoor weather conditions
• None Extreme cold (non-weather)
• None Extreme heat (non-weather)
• None Risk of electrical shock
• None Work with explosives
• None Risk of radiation
• None Vibration
• None The typical noise level for the environment is: Very Quiet Quiet Moderate Noise Loud Noise Hearing Ability to hear calls Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others EEO/ADA Statement Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation

Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155 In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness.

Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.