Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical / RNFA Responsibilities
- Locate and document medical and nursing patient care information in the electronic or paper medical record.
- Utilize appropriate interview techniques to obtain patient history within established timeframes and provide appropriate interventions.
- Identify standards of care common to the patient population, including age-specific considerations and barriers to learning.
- Deliver patient care and treatment using problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrate knowledge of medication dosages for the patient population served and administer medications safely.
- Evaluate outcomes of care to determine if patient needs were met.
- Complete chart forms fully, accurately, and legibly with no blanks left incomplete.
- Provide feedback regarding problems and complaints, offer constructive suggestions, and utilize the chain of command for conflict resolution.
- Complete care assignments in a timely and efficient manner.
- Communicate patient care needs and pending tasks to the oncoming shift as appropriate.
- Follow organizational standards related to timekeeping and attendance systems.
- Maintain current clinical knowledge, policies, procedures, and competencies through continuing education and in-service attendance.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team during procedures.
- Serve as a preceptor for new employees, coworkers, and students; validate clinical and technical competencies and evaluate performance.
- Maintain communication with patient families/significant others throughout the continuum of care.
- Participate in on-call rotation as required.
Supervisory / Clinic Operations Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision and daily oversight of Medical Assistants and clinic support staff at the Estero and Naples locations.
- Coordinate staffing assignments and workflow to ensure efficient clinic operations and appropriate patient coverage.
- Monitor employee performance, attendance, productivity, and adherence to organizational policies and standards.
- Assist with interviewing, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluations of clinic staff.
- Address employee concerns and escalate disciplinary or performance issues to leadership and Human Resources as appropriate.
- Promote a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, safety regulations, and clinical protocols.
- Collaborate with physicians and leadership to improve patient flow, operational efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
- Monitor clinical supply inventory and assist with ordering and maintaining adequate stock levels.
- Support implementation of organizational initiatives, policies, and process improvements.
- Assist with scheduling coordination, coverage planning, and management of clinic operational needs.
- Ensure quality patient care standards are consistently maintained across both clinic locations.
- Serve as a liaison between physicians, staff, patients, and administration to facilitate communication and problem resolution.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited program of professional nursing.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Florida.
- Successful completion of a Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) course approved by a Florida Board of Nursing provider.
- Minimum of two (2) years of perioperative nursing experience, including demonstrated proficiency as both a scrub and circulating nurse.
- Prior supervisory or leadership experience in a clinical or ambulatory setting preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing practice and the nursing process.
- Ability to lead teams, manage workflow, and effectively resolve conflicts.
- Intermediate computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.