Registered Nurse- PRN

Novus Clinic RN- This is a multifaceted role that includes direct patient care, clinical referral coordination, STI walk-in clinic service, and requires flexibility in care delivery at multiple sites. The individual will serve as the main point of contact for all outside patient clinical referrals, will serve as one of the team members providing direct STI evaluation, testing and treatment. In addition, this individual will be assigned to a care provider and maintain an active clinical team role with a designated patient load. Duties & Responsibilities Direct Patient Care Collaborate directly with physicians and nurse practitioners to provide trauma informed patient care. The scope of this role is direct patient contact while performing evaluation, assessments, systems review, medication reviews in addition this position will assist with lab ordering and results. Responsible for timely and accurate patient visits and documenting information related to their visits in the EMR. Be responsible for the assessment, treatment or care of patients of all ages. Screen, communicate, and respond to patient needs appropriately. Administer ordered medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intradermal, or sublingual routes. Triage and respond to patient telephone calls using approved protocols. Ensure patient privacy and comfort during the examination. Greet patients and prepare them for their examination. Be accountable for direct and indirect quality care for patients of all ages, according to their individualized needs. Educate patients about diagnostic procedures, medications, chronic disease management and treatment instructions. Ensure timely and accurate entry of medical information into EMR. Adhere to ethical nursing standards, policies, and procedures. Review and record laboratory testing. Communicate to nurse practitioners and physicians on required medical information. Training and cross training as needed. Support the growth and advancement of Novus Health’s mission. STI/HIV/PrEP Care: Perform STI/HIV testing and prepare specimens for State Lab. Provide patient education on STI/HIV, and PrEP. Assess patients for PrEP and educate them on options. Enter and review data in the EMR for all patients seen through the walk-in clinic. Multi-site Care Services: Provide provider/patient support at both our Northside and Cape Girardeau locations on a monthly basis and at designated times and dates. Perform lab draws and collections at all sites as needed. Stock medical supplies at facilities to maintain adequate access when working from these remote locations Document all clinical care within the EMR Clinic RN/LPNQualifications Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited university/college. Current certification to practice medicine in the state of Missouri. Three (3) year’s experience as a RN/LPN in Public Health and/or work in infectious disease. Nonprofit and health clinic experience preferred. Previous knowledge and training working with STI and HIV services Advanced communication skills; verbal and written. Excellent customer service skills Flexibility to work with diverse patient population Ability to work within scheduled clinic hours of operation Charge to Mission: Candidates should be aware of NOVUS Health strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. With a focus on providing trauma informed, holistic health we expect all staff to meet patients, community partners, and co-workers with respect and dignity. We challenge each other to acknowledge biases that exist in healthcare, including racial, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and/or personal beliefs. We look for ways to eliminate these biases at all points of services and care. Together as a team member of NOVUS, we will begin to break down barriers, build access, and create healthier communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr