Coordinating Nurse - RN III

Job Title Coordinating Nurse - RN III Agency 340 Oklahoma State Department of Health Supervisory Organization 340 District 8 Location Garvin CHD – Pauls Valley – 1809 South Chickasaw Salary Up to $73,000.00, based on education and experience Employment Type Full Time Work Schedule Monday – Friday, Primary Hours 8-5 Benefits Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums. A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations. Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care. Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match. 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees. 11 paid holidays a year. Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement. Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors. Longevity Bonus for years of service. Position Description The Coordinating Nurse – RN III is responsible for providing professional nursing services at the Registered Nurse level III position in the Custer County Health Department clinic. Duties are consistent with other registered nurses working at that level. Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions Assess the health status of individuals, families, and communities. Develop plans and implement appropriate nursing interventions. Evaluate and determine health resources necessary to meet individual, family and community health needs. Deliver professional nursing care in an assigned unit, clinic, home, or other setting. Educate individuals, families, communities, and members of the health care team about the principles of disease prevention and health promotion. Provide supervision to other professional or paraprofessional personnel; collaborate with other professionals in the management of health care. Delegate tasks as may safely be performed by others, consistent with educational preparation and that do not conflict with the provisions of the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act. Assure quality health care through use of various measures such as record review, peer review, direct observation, and assessment of individual, family, and community for the desired outcome. Perform specialized nursing functions as educationally prepared. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Other duties as assigned. Other Duties Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. Minimum Qualifications Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license. Requirements consist of possession of a bachelor’s in nursing and possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or a Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). Preferred Education MSN Application Requirements If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application. All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Valued Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional nursing, of health promotion and disease prevention. Ability to perform assessments and nursing functions as acquired in the basic nursing preparation program. Requires professional nursing theory, practices, and techniques; of health promotion and disease prevention; of nursing management of available health care resources; of nutrition and diet therapy; and of the functions of various clinical departments. Ability to assist in the development, organization, and implementation of an effective nursing care plan; to provide education and training; to assess condition and needs of patients, families and communities appropriate to the care setting; to take appropriate intervention; to counsel and teach patients and families; and to provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care. Additional required knowledge of available health programs and resources; federal and state rules and regulations concerning health services; accreditation, certification and licensure standards; preventive health practices; principles and methods of teaching; nursing standards; and nursing policies and procedures. Ability to develop, plan, and implement an effective nursing care program and to provide education and training. Physical Demands And Work Environment Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. Employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Oklahoma