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Nurse Clinician – Augusta University
Job ID:
285387 Location:
Augusta University (Medical College of Georgia) Full/Part Time:
Full Time
About Us Augusta University is Georgia’s innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of healthcare providers on four campuses. Our mission and values guide a culture of community partnership and research that impacts the health of Georgia and the nation.
Job Summary This position supports the AU Center for Blood Disorders, an outpatient hematology clinic providing care for adults with bleeding disorders, clotting disorders, and sickle cell disease. The Nurse Clinician will provide direct patient care (including phlebotomy), coordinate clinical operations, manage prescription refills, answer patient messages, maintain clinic inventory, and complete patient‑related documents. Other duties include serving as patient advocate, collaborating with the multi‑disciplinary medical team, and providing education/counseling and patient‑education sessions. The role may also support research operations, including recruitment assistance and protocol‑required tasks.
Responsibilities
Perform and document nursing assessments, including vital signs, point‑of‑care testing, medication reconciliation, and evaluation of physical and psychosocial needs.
Develop and implement nursing treatment plans.
Enter orders as directed for diagnostic tests, labs, and referrals.
Perform in‑clinic phlebotomy (capillary, peripheral, and central venous port access) and deliver lab samples to the receiving lab.
Review laboratory and diagnostic results, ensuring providers are aware of abnormal values and coordinating treatment.
Triage and track incoming referrals, deciding on appropriateness and urgency for scheduling.
Manage patient calls and messages, triage needs, answer questions, and provide education.
Coordinate appointments and patient contact with all disciplines and services.
Assist with medication assessments, including new prescriptions, renewals, prior authorization, and communication with providers, patients, and pharmacies.
Follow up on laboratory and other test results, communicating with providers and facilitating interventions.
Help complete paperwork to support patients’ insurance, work or school requirements, disability assessments, and financial needs.
Monitor patient status relative to goals and evidence‑based management.
Perform occasional travel to outreach clinics.
Provide information and education to patients and family members to promote comprehensive care, transition readiness, and research opportunities.
Serve as a resource for community educational events.
Maintain inventory of clinical supplies and place orders for supervisor.
Maintain clinical databases (data entry, auditing, and reporting).
Schedule local and outreach clinics, promote patient compliance, and follow up on no‑shows.
Assist with re‑engaging patients lost to follow‑up.
Coordinate multi‑disciplinary comprehensive clinics.
Assist with quality assurance and quality improvement efforts.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university, active licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Georgia, and a minimum of three years of clinical experience. Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification.
OR
Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university, licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Georgia, and a minimum of six years of clinical experience. Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Self‑motivated with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Detail‑oriented with strong prioritization, organizational, typing, and multi‑tasking skills.
Knowledge of good clinical practices and IRB requirements; basic clinical skills; patient evaluation procedures; medical terminology.
Ability to maintain confidentiality; interpret lab tests/x‑rays; exercise sound judgment; work independently; and work flexible hours.
Shift / Salary / Benefits Shift:
Days, Monday‑Friday (outside of normal business hours may be required for an exempt position). Pay Band:
B13 Salary:
$68,500 – $87,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications within the established range. Recruitment Period:
5/20/25 – Until Filled.
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full‑time employees and eligible part‑time employees, including health, dental, and life insurance; Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan); earned vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; and tuition assistance after six months of employment.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check before starting. Credit checks, motor‑vehicle reports, and other checks may apply based on duties.
Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degrees and, if trained abroad, a credential evaluation.
Employees must adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies, safeguarding sensitive information.
Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment; use of any tobacco products on campus is prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is an equal‑opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How to Apply Visit
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
and follow the application instructions for External or Internal Applicants. For further assistance, contact 706‑721‑9365.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=285387&PostingSeq=1
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285387 Location:
Augusta University (Medical College of Georgia) Full/Part Time:
Full Time
About Us Augusta University is Georgia’s innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of healthcare providers on four campuses. Our mission and values guide a culture of community partnership and research that impacts the health of Georgia and the nation.
Job Summary This position supports the AU Center for Blood Disorders, an outpatient hematology clinic providing care for adults with bleeding disorders, clotting disorders, and sickle cell disease. The Nurse Clinician will provide direct patient care (including phlebotomy), coordinate clinical operations, manage prescription refills, answer patient messages, maintain clinic inventory, and complete patient‑related documents. Other duties include serving as patient advocate, collaborating with the multi‑disciplinary medical team, and providing education/counseling and patient‑education sessions. The role may also support research operations, including recruitment assistance and protocol‑required tasks.
Responsibilities
Perform and document nursing assessments, including vital signs, point‑of‑care testing, medication reconciliation, and evaluation of physical and psychosocial needs.
Develop and implement nursing treatment plans.
Enter orders as directed for diagnostic tests, labs, and referrals.
Perform in‑clinic phlebotomy (capillary, peripheral, and central venous port access) and deliver lab samples to the receiving lab.
Review laboratory and diagnostic results, ensuring providers are aware of abnormal values and coordinating treatment.
Triage and track incoming referrals, deciding on appropriateness and urgency for scheduling.
Manage patient calls and messages, triage needs, answer questions, and provide education.
Coordinate appointments and patient contact with all disciplines and services.
Assist with medication assessments, including new prescriptions, renewals, prior authorization, and communication with providers, patients, and pharmacies.
Follow up on laboratory and other test results, communicating with providers and facilitating interventions.
Help complete paperwork to support patients’ insurance, work or school requirements, disability assessments, and financial needs.
Monitor patient status relative to goals and evidence‑based management.
Perform occasional travel to outreach clinics.
Provide information and education to patients and family members to promote comprehensive care, transition readiness, and research opportunities.
Serve as a resource for community educational events.
Maintain inventory of clinical supplies and place orders for supervisor.
Maintain clinical databases (data entry, auditing, and reporting).
Schedule local and outreach clinics, promote patient compliance, and follow up on no‑shows.
Assist with re‑engaging patients lost to follow‑up.
Coordinate multi‑disciplinary comprehensive clinics.
Assist with quality assurance and quality improvement efforts.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university, active licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Georgia, and a minimum of three years of clinical experience. Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification.
OR
Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university, licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Georgia, and a minimum of six years of clinical experience. Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Self‑motivated with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
Detail‑oriented with strong prioritization, organizational, typing, and multi‑tasking skills.
Knowledge of good clinical practices and IRB requirements; basic clinical skills; patient evaluation procedures; medical terminology.
Ability to maintain confidentiality; interpret lab tests/x‑rays; exercise sound judgment; work independently; and work flexible hours.
Shift / Salary / Benefits Shift:
Days, Monday‑Friday (outside of normal business hours may be required for an exempt position). Pay Band:
B13 Salary:
$68,500 – $87,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications within the established range. Recruitment Period:
5/20/25 – Until Filled.
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full‑time employees and eligible part‑time employees, including health, dental, and life insurance; Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan); earned vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; and tuition assistance after six months of employment.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check before starting. Credit checks, motor‑vehicle reports, and other checks may apply based on duties.
Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degrees and, if trained abroad, a credential evaluation.
Employees must adhere to cybersecurity and privacy policies, safeguarding sensitive information.
Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment; use of any tobacco products on campus is prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is an equal‑opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How to Apply Visit
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
and follow the application instructions for External or Internal Applicants. For further assistance, contact 706‑721‑9365.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=285387&PostingSeq=1
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