CLINIC NURSE

Promise Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Summary: The Promise Clinic Nurse provides nursing care to patients and families in accordance with the health care plan, policies, procedures and protocols established by Promise. PART TIME: 23 HRS/WEEK | WED, THURS, FRIDAYS & SAT ROTATION SALARY RANGE: Hourly Position REPORTS TO: Director of Clinical Services

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Anticipates and prepares exam room for provider(s) when needed, capturing teachable moments for the patient wherever and whenever possible. Greet and escort patients and families to exam rooms for provider visits. Reviews health history with a focus on environment, self-care, and home/community needs. Collaborates with members of the health care team/patient/family to assess, develop, implement, and evaluate an interdisciplinary plan of care, revising the plan according to changes in patient status. Seeks opportunities to promote health and wellness with patient education and screening tools. (i.e. Ages and Stages, Depression screening). Administers meds when needed and performs provider-ordered tests. Assists with orientation and education of new employees, ensuring their understanding of health center competencies. Articulates the mission of PCHC and seeks opportunities to promote the center through outreach. Understands FQHC UDS performance measures and importance of PCHC meeting these measures. Performs other job duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Able to manage stress successfully. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to multi-task efficiently. Excellent computer and typing skills. Able to establish effective relationships with patients and staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice Nursing in the state of Iowa One to two years of nursing experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand for long periods of time.

PROMISE BENEFITS:

Medical Benefits (Wellmark) Vision (VSP) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Money PTO Dental Benefits (Wellmark) 401K with Company Match Sign-On Bonus (specific only to identified positions) Loan Repayment (for identified positions) Full-time employees (minimum of 30 hours) are eligible for all benefits. Part-time employees are eligible for everything listed, excluding: Health/Dental/Vision/Loan Repayment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Possible exposure to airborne and blood borne pathogens & hazardous materials. All Promise facilities are smoke free environments.

EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES:

Promise is an Equal Opportunity Institution and does not discriminate against any person in employment, admission, treatment, or participation in its programs and benefits on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, ability to speak English, disability, sex, age, or marital status. Persons alleging unequal treatment should contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr Promise Community Health Center