RN Clinic, Western Dakota (2562)

Position Summary:

The Western Dakota Clinic RN provides professional nursing services by performing patient assessment, triage, care planning, and care coordination within a busy outpatient clinic environment. This role supports providers through rooming, clinical decision-making, patient education, and care management activities for individuals with both acute and chronic conditions. Working as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team, the Clinic RN contributes to safe, timely, and evidence-based care while helping ensure efficient clinic flow and clear communication. This position fosters a supportive care setting where patients and families feel informed, respected, and actively engaged in their care plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, triage patients in person and by phone, and collaborate with providers on care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations safely and accurately in accordance with provider orders and nursing standards.
• Provide patient and family education, care coordination, and support for chronic disease management and preventive care.
• Use the electronic health record to document assessments, interventions, and communications clearly and timely.
• Participate in population health and outreach activities, including recall lists, care gap closure, and follow up on test results.
• Support quality improvement, safety initiatives, and clinic flow optimization through active participation in team meetings and projects.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Current or temporary RN license in ND or compact RN licensure.
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) with certification every two (2) years is required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) with certification every two (2) years preferred.

Educational Requirements:

• RN program as evidenced by licensure.

Experience Requirements:

• Extensive knowledge of the principles and practice of Nursing is required.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience preferred.
• IV Competency.

Special Skills or Training Requirements:

• Computer experience required.

Physical Requirements:

The Western Dakota Clinic RN requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods (typically 6-8 hours per shift) in a clinic environment; perform frequent bending, reaching, and assisting with patient mobility; and use fine motor skills for clinical tasks and electronic documentation. Team members may need to lift, push, or pull up to 35 pounds and assist with heavier loads as part of a team when supporting patient transfers or moving equipment. Adequate vision, hearing, and communication abilities are essential for safe patient care and effective teamwork.

Environmental Requirements:

Work is performed in outpatient clinic and clinical support areas with potential exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, chemicals, and cleaning agents. The role involves working in exam rooms, procedure areas, and high traffic patient care spaces, following infection prevention and safety protocols. Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. Schedules may include occasional extended hours based on clinic and patient needs.