Clinical Nurse/RNSiskiyou Community Health Center • Cave Junction, Oregon, United States
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Clinical Nurse/RN
Siskiyou Community Health Center
- Cave Junction, Oregon, United States
- Cave Junction, Oregon, United States
À propos
The Clinic RN provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following Siskiyou Community Health Center (SCHC) standards and practices. The person in this role is responsible for assisting Providers in coordinating patient care and education. The RN is the primary liaison between patients, clinical staff, and Providers. The RN focuses on contributing to the medical team to provide high-quality care to patients.
*DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES*
· Provides nursing care services for clinic patients, including triage and follow-up care.
· Administers treatment and dispenses prescribed medications within the scope of practice following SCHC protocols and Federal and State guidelines.
· Knows and follows all clinical protocols, including charting and other paperwork, performing tests and procedures.
· Demonstrates initiative regarding safety issues to ensure patient, personal, and staff safety.
· Manages Coumadin Clinic and addresses Physical Therapy (PT)/International Normalized Ratio (INR) needs.
· Provides patient education.
· Administers vaccines, including pediatric vaccines.
· Performs injections, conducts blood pressure checks, and performs electrocardiograms (EKGs).
· Manages crash cart and birth control inventory.
· Triages patient calls and walk-ins related to medical concerns, questions, or problems.
· Ensures appointment preference for patients with emergencies and schedules appointments as appropriate.
· Documents phone advice and missed appointments in patient’s medical records.
· Assists Providers with technical procedures as requested.
· Collaborates with the Provider to address and follow up on critical lab results.
· Provides support to Medical Assistants and clinical staff.
· Checks and maintains emergency crash carts monthly, ensuring all carts have necessary, up-to-date supplies.
· Checks Automated External Defibrillator (AED) monthly to ensure proper functionality.
· Serves as a liaison for patients currently residing in nursing homes or using home health and/or hospice services.
· Addresses medication refills and lab results.
· Provides initial response for clinic medical emergencies.
· Other duties as assigned
*QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE*
· Current, unencumbered Oregon Registered Nurse license with at least two (2) years’ experience, preferably in a community health clinic.
· Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain.
· Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
· Proof of current immunizations that meet clinic health and immunization standards required.
· Pre-employment criminal background check and comprehensive drug screen required.
*REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES*
· The ability to handle sensitive situations and stress effectively, projecting a professional attitude.
· Ability to consistently exercise independent discretion and judgment but be willing to seek assistance and/or advice when needed.
· Must exhibit excellent organizational skills, punctuality, and attendance.
· Ability to prioritize tasks.
· Ability to communicate effectively with patients, Providers, and others by phone, email, and in person in a courteous and professional manner.
· Ability to learn and use an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
· Can demonstrate general knowledge of office processes and procedures.
*PHYSICAL DEMANDS*
· Lifting, bending, reaching, palpating, pushing, carrying, and sitting.
· Vision and hearing corrected to normal range.
· Physical mobility within the clinic.
*HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS*
· Exposure to blood and bodily fluids, possible exposure to physical violence, exposure to infectious diseases, exposure to sharp instruments and needles.
· Exposure to hazardous materials (bleach, cleaning products, etc.).
*WORKING CONDITIONS*
· Position is 95% inside the clinic and 5% off-site.
*MACHINES, EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & SUPPLIES USED*
· Standard medical equipment and machines commonly used in a clinical setting including by not limited to Electrocardiogram (EKG), audiometer, ultrasound, fetal monitors, and pulmonary function tester.
Computer, printer, copier, and telephone equipment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.34 - $46.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Experience:
* Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* BLS Certification (Preferred)
* RN (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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