Registered Nurse II
Careers at DHEC: Work that makes a difference!
Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork and Embracing Service
Under the supervision of the TB Team Leader, plans, implements and evaluates direct nursing care and coordination of services to individuals and families receiving TB services within an assigned area.
1. Utilizes the nursing process to develop, coordinate, implement and revise nursing care plans with patients, families, communities and health care providers. Completes necessary physical assessment and health history of patient according to TB program guidelines.
2. Assess patient and family needs, resources, community problems and barriers to care. Utilizes services available to determine an appropriate plan of care.
3. Obtains necessary lab work including, but not limited to CBC, liver functions tests, IGRA's, HIV test, and sputum specimens. Provides counseling and education about laboratory testing, follow-up x-rays, physical examination and therapy for TB prevention or disease.
4. Provides treatment and/or administration of medication under physician or standing orders. Maintains and dispenses medication in the TB clinic according to policy. Evaluates effectiveness of care and provides appropriate follow-up and communication with patient, physician, and other health care workers as indicated.
5. Maintains records and reports in accordance with agency standards including documentation in the patient record, PCAS, weekly reports, etc. Participates in CQI activities such as record reviews, program evaluation, team meetings.
- 6. Provides for self, agency and community development through participation in: Interagency staff conferences and team conferences
- Community activities as appropriate.
- Identification of patient/community needs and case finding activities.
- Continuing education opportunities.
7. Participation in disaster/emergency response. Performs other duties as assigned.