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May 28, 2007 04:26 PM

Internal Medicine Clinics


Recently I ran across an opening for an RN position at an Internal Medicine Clinic. I have no idea what goes on in such a clinic and I have not been able to find any specific info on the Internet. Could any of you help me out? What type of procedures/ medical care go on in Intermal Medicine Clinics? What things would the RN do (nurse's role)?
Thanks.


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Old May 28, 2007, 10:28 PM
Updated May 28, 2007 at 10:32 PM by MrChicagoRN

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I worked for a large internal medicine practice for >3yrs.

It's a doctor's office staffed by primary physicians certified in Internal medicine as opposed to being GP, family practice etc. Generally all patients 18 & up, yearly physicals, HTN, paps, diabetes, preventive care, etc

Like any other doctors offices, it depends on the practice. My RNs did a lot of phone triage, immunizations, patient teaching, occasional IV for hydration as needed.

The LPN & MAs did glucose & INR testing, nebulizer treatments, rooming of patients, etc

Depending on the setting it may provide a nice opportunity for lots of patient contact & teaching opportunities
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from pnurseuwm
Old May 28, 2007, 10:36 PM

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Thanks for replying Mr. ChicagoRN,
Is it possible you can tell me, or PM me, about what you as the nurse do specifically on a daily basis? Like what is your typical day like? Do you do patient care and clerical/administrative duties as well? Is it easy to chart on your patients promptly and get out at the end of your shift on time?
Thanks again
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from pnurseuwm
Old May 30, 2007, 03:29 PM

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Anyone else?
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