We are seeking to hire a full-time Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Nurse, preferably with experience in a busy dermatology surgery practice.
Candidates with prior experience assisting in minor skin surgery procedures are strongly encouraged to apply. New graduates are also welcome to apply and will be considered.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Preferred knowledge and experience with Mohs Surgery
- Should have a thorough working knowledge of surgical and aseptic technique.
- Preferred experience in an outpatient Medical Dermatology office setting.
- Preferred experience with injecting local anesthetic and electrocautery.
- Good knowledge and prior work experience with an electronic EMR (preferably Accuro) highly desirable.
- Applicants must have an active license in good standing with CLNPA
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be BLS and CPR certified
RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to:
- Record accurate office visit notes, complications, incidents, timely documentation of counts, etc.
- Assure patient exam rooms are properly cleaned, and that appropriate supplies and equipment are available in each room.
- Prepare instrument trays and supplies in sterile and non-sterile setting.
- Prepare lidocaine syringes for the session.
- Escort patients into exam room and assist onto exam tables.
- Take patient history, including vital signs, when necessary, make complete and accurate chart notes in EHR.
- Provide assistance to physician during Mohs surgeries, as requested within your scope of license. This includes but is not limited to administering local anesthetic and performing electrocautery.
- Assist with application of all dressings.
- Prepare and record all biopsies/cultures to labs upon diagnosis, document in log, advise physician, and patient if noted by physician.
- Perform direct terminal cleaning activities at the end of the day.
- Return telephone calls to patients and make appropriate documentation in the patient chart.
- Respond to pharmacy telephone calls and faxes relating to patient medications and make appropriate documentation in patient chart.
- Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and medications.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Licensed/Certification:
- Nursing license (required)
- CPR Certification (required)
- LPN (required)
Benefits:
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
