Ambulatory Care Registered Nurse-Surgery

Job Description The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of patients. The Clinic RN utilizes the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members in an outpatient clinic setting. Clinic RNs are pivotal members of the care delivery team headed by the physician and have specialized knowledge, skills and ability pertinent to ambulatory care patient needs. Scope of performance includes prioritization and triage of care delivery, implementing established standing orders and protocols, performing procedures and therapies consistent with training and licensure.

Posting Specifics Benefits Eligible: Yes

Shift Details Full time (40 budgeted hours). The caregiver will be scheduled for either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week.

Unit / Location Miles City, Montana – This position supports both the Holy Rosary OB/GYN Clinics and the Holy Rosary General Surgery Clinic.

Preferred Qualifications RN experience preferred. IBCLC certification preferred and/or Wound care certification preferred.

Additional Information Assist with provider results, support lactation consultations, provide wound care services.

Scope of Practice Performs general nursing care to patients by following established standards and procedures.

Obtains patient consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality.

Obtains and documents health history, information on chief complaint, vital signs, and health risk factors and assesses disease condition.

Provides patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.

Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. Refer to/consult with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns.

Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.

Documents patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.

Participates in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.

Tracks quality assurance data and monitors for acute and chronic care management.

Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Current/valid Registered Nurse license from the state licensing board.

Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

One (1) year related experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.

Job Requirements & Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Regular attendance to perform work on site during scheduled business hours or shifts is required.
2. Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure and functions; and community resources. Understanding of health care technology, equipment and supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse practice guidelines and clinic policies and procedures.
3. Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
4. Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
5. Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
6. Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
7. Critical thinking skills within scope of practice, population health management and improvement of patient outcomes.

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients and visitors requiring verbal communication.

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy, including frequent computer use and typing.

Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients; bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment up to heavy items.

Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment with heavy items.

May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location Holy Rosary Hospital – Miles City, Montana.

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 hours. Hourly range: $29.91 – $45.33 depending on experience.

Benefits We care about your well‑being – mind, body and spirit – so we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected and engaged.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Position Status All positions subject to close without notice.

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