REGISTERED NURSE LEVEL 1
Company: CAN Community Health
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: September 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Statement of Purpose: Provides professional nursing
care for patients and assesses their wellbeing. Works as part of a
multidisciplinary team to enhance patient quality of life through
competent nursing care following established standards and
practices. Assists medical providers, clinical staff, and the
Practice Administrator in the coordination of patient care. Career
Path:Registered Nurses (RN) manage a varying degree of skill and
work depending on their certifications, community engagement
participation, and participation in CAN sanctioned specialty roles
or committees. There are three RN levels: RN 1, RN 2, and RN 3. A
level and salary are assigned based on their participation, skill
level, experience, and education. A RN can directly affect their
career path (level) based on their work to increase the size and
scope of their participation in activities and skill development.
Levels are reviewed at minimum annually as part of the annual
review/merit cycle.Essential Functions:Promotes and practices CAN
Community Health Inc's mission, vision, guiding principles, and
values and follows its policies and procedures.Performs nursing
duties and responsibilities as part of the clinical team in the
provision of nursing care to patients and their families. Performs
patient triage including the assessment of vital signs and
measurement of anthropometric measures, history taking, and reviews
patient chart to ensure all necessary documentation is present,
current, and complete to facilitate physician visits. Performs
venipuncture, obtains specimens, and processes these according to
laboratory specific requirements.Performs intravenous
catheterization and administers intravenous fluids and medications
per medical provider order. Triages patient phone calls and
walk-ins and facilitates access to care to all patients in
collaboration with medical provider, and clinical staff.Completes
medication refills per medical provider's order and in compliance
with CAN Medication refill and EMR Policies. Practices safety,
environmental, and/or infection control methods according to
established protocols and procedures.Assists with quality assurance
duties as assigned by Nurse Manager or Practice
Administrator.Supports quality program processes and objectives;
participates in local quality team as assigned.Documents all
patient care in an accurate and timely manner, and ensures
compliance with grant requirements (340B, HRSA, Ryan White).
Coordinates services with other departments, partner organizations,
and the community as needed.Assists with referrals and coordinates
services with other healthcare facilities, organizations, and
federal and local programs.Collaborates with clinic team members
and sister organizations to coordinate patient services. Assists in
all clinical areas and delegates tasks to LPNs/LVNs, MAs,
Phlebotomists, and/or support staff while ensuring that these are
completed effectively.Maintains and stocks inventory of clinical
supplies, medications (including samples), and vaccines, and
completes the necessary logs per CAN policies and procedures.
Performs care team intake procedures in collaboration with clinic
team members to address patient needs.Maintains nursing licensure
up-to-date and in compliance with state and regulatory
requirements.Continues professional training and education to
advance knowledge and skills of HIV/AIDS, STIs and other topics
related to the care of CAN mission patients.Develops and fosters
networking relationships with the community and support resources.
Utilizes resources and supplies in a cost-effective
manner.Demonstrates courtesy, compassion, professionalism, and
respect in all interpersonal relationships with CAN patients,
clients, staff, and visitors.Participates and strives to achieve
assigned Annual Performance Objectives as established by CAN
leadership.Continuously demonstrates clinical competency with
nursing skills and safety procedures and utilizes universal
precautions where
appropriate.Requirements:Education/Professional:Baccalaureate or
Associate Degree in Nursing, graduate of an accredited school of
nursing, currently licensed to practice in the state where clinic
is located.Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR)
CertificationExperience:Minimum two years of professional nursing
experience directly, clinic experience
preferred.Competencies:Communication - Maintains strong
interpersonal and communication skills while working with patients,
visitors and clinical team.Computer Skills - Proficient ability to
use a computer and electronic medical record. Possess the ability
to learn and utilize computer software programs.Confidentiality -
Maintain patient, team member, and employer confidentiality. Comply
with all HIPAA regulations.Competent nursing skills - Ability to
perform basic nursing skills safely and effectively. Customer
Service Oriented - Friendly, cheerful, and helpful to patients and
others. Ability to meet patients' and others' needs while following
CAN policies and procedures.Detail Oriented - Ability to pay
attention to the minute details of a project or
task.Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to adapt easily to changing
conditions and work responsibilities.Interpersonal Skills - Display
a positive attitude and is a positive agent for change.Teamwork -
Work as part of a team and collaborate with
co-workers.Problem-solving/Decision Making- Ability to identify
problems and make decisions under stressful situations. Time
management - Ability to work effectively, be organized, and perform
multiple tasks simultaneously and meet required deadlines.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Knowledge:Knowledge of
HIV/STI/Hep C documentation protocols.Knowledge of local, federal,
department, and OSHA/Stericycle rules, regulations, and
mandates.Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, medications,
and accepted treatment practices.Knowledge of patient evaluation
and triage procedures.Knowledge of community health services and
agencies Understanding of health care technology, equipment, and
supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing care, nurse
practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.Knowledge
of chart/medical record documentation requirements and
federal/state laws related to release of health care
information.Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to
establish/maintain a safe work environment.Skills:Skill in applying
and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of
professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care. Skill in time
management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing, and
nursing care coordination.Skill in initiating appropriate crisis
interventions and emergency response.Skill in patient triage in
person, on the phone, or via telehealth.Skill in
preparing/maintaining records, writing reports and responding to
correspondence.Abilities:Ability to read and interpret providers'
notes and medication orders.Ability to calculate and administer
drug dosages, injections, intravenous infusions, and measure
results.Ability to maintain quality control standards.Ability to
react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Ability to
communicate clearly in a professional manner.Ability to apply
principles of health promotion and disease prevention.Able to work
with all members of the interdisciplinary team in a team
environment.CAN Required Training:General Orientation Hazardous
Communication - annually Violence in the Workplace Stericycle DOT
Training - every 3 yearsBloodborne Pathogen Training - annually
Biohazard Waste Training - annuallyHIV/AIDS Sexual HarassmentHIPAA
Health Stream Courses (as assigned)Hazardous Drug Disposal Training
- annuallyWork Environment:This position requires the use of
standard nursing equipment and supplies including medical equipment
and devices such as vital signs monitors, pulse oximeters, glucose
monitors, in-clinic testing analyzers, EKG machines, AED machines,
and oxygen tanks. May involve use of patient assistive devices such
as walkers, or wheelchairs. Also requires the use of a computer,
and other standard office equipment such as telephones,
photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Physical
Requirements:Neat, professional appearance.Exert up to 50 lbs. of
force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently,
and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push,
pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Involves
sitting, walking, and standing for periods of time.Requires
expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word, visual and
auditory acuity.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:This position
may require additional time above normal operating hours and on
occasion weekend work.Other Duties:Please note this job description
is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of
activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an
employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may
change at any time with or without notice. Responsible To: Practice
Administrator and Nurse Manager PI36c409dfb6b5-25660-35631236
Keywords: CAN Community Health, St. Petersburg , REGISTERED NURSE LEVEL 1, Healthcare , Saint Petersburg, Florida
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