Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Company: Clinica
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse About Clinica Family Health: For more than 45
years, Clinica has existed to provide health care to individuals
and families in our community at a price they can afford. Young or
old, people of any race or ethnicity, no matter their income,
gender or religion -we are here to provide them with exceptional
health care because no one should have to choose between obtaining
the health care they need and other necessities such as housing or
food. Our mission is to be the medical and dental care provider of
choice for low-income and other underserved people in south
Boulder, Broomfield, Gilpin and west Adams counties. Our care is
always culturally appropriate, and prevention focused. What we
offer: Benefits: Medical Dental Vision FSAs/HSAs Accident/Hospital
Retirement Plan + other Employee & Family Support Programs Other
Perks: Flexible Schedules, 4 weeks of PTO, Paid Holidays, Growth
Opportunities/Career Ladders Compensation: Approximately
$29.48-$37.34 per hour. All individual pay rates are calculated
based on the candidate's experience and internal equity. Overview
of Role: -Primarily Onsite Position When working triage calls,
alternative working opportunities may be available. Clinic Nurse
Job Overview: We are seeking team members to help us design and
implement the future role of nursing at Clinica Family Health. Join
our team of vibrant health care professionals committed to
providing the best care for our diverse population of patients. We
are nationally recognized as leaders in supporting top-of-scope
nursing work in the form of independent nurse visits, co-visits
with providers and protocol-driven direct patient care. Nurses can
rotate through triage shifts from the comfort of their home. As we
expand into value-based service practice, we need nurses who may be
interested in managing patient panels, providing chronic disease
management services, and conducting nurse-led home visits and group
visits. Our nurses' function as caregivers, educators,
communicators, counselors, patient advocates, planners, chronic
disease managers and vital team members. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: Triage patient and evaluate immediate treatment.
Perform basic health-related tasks, such as documenting patient
information, administering medications, drawing blood, taking
vitals, starting an IV, and responding to emergencies. Operate
standard medical equipment. Process and analyze lab results.
Communicate with and assist medical providers, nurses, medical
assistants, and other staff. Provide direct patient care through
independent nurse visits, and the use of nursing protocols. Provide
co-visits in collaboration with providers. Responsibilities include
initial assessment, documentation, and patient education. Educate
patients on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle recommendations
based on medical history and current condition. Advocate for
patient's needs to medical providers. Stay current with advances in
healthcare options, medications, and treatment plans. Manage and
lead daily patient flow, including independent nurse visits,
medical assistant visits, co-visits, chronic care management, and
walk-ins. Provide safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment for
patients and families. Track quality metrics such as Diabetes,
Asthma, Pediatric Wellness, work related reports, and lead
improvement efforts at site. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintains a safe work environment by remaining informed of and
compliant with the clinic's safety policies, by application of safe
practices in area of own responsibility. Compliance: Knowledgeable
of and compliant with laws and regulations governing area of
responsibility. Responsible for reporting any potentially
non-compliant conduct. Cooperates fully with our Compliance Officer
in upholding our Compliance Plan Performs other duties and
responsibilities as required. SUPERVISION: None POSITION
QUALIFICATIONS: Education / Experience RN licensure from an
accredited school required. BSN preferred. Two years of experience
in community health preferred. Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Ability to flourish in a team management system. Experience with
electronic health record preferred. Sensitivity to low income,
ethnic minority community. Critical thinking Bilingual in Spanish
preferred but not required. Excellent leadership skills. Coaching
skills. Interacts with colleagues, team, and all staff in a
professional and collegial manner Strong computer skills. WORKING
ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Risk of exposure to blood borne
pathogens. Usual office environment. Ability to travel from clinic
to clinic as required. Evening work may be required. COVID-19
Vaccine (Required) Religious or Medical Exemptions available via
application process. Clinica Family Health is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or
employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, color, religion,
national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender
identity, or any other applicable status protected by federal,
state, or local laws.
Keywords: Clinica, Boulder , Registered Nurse - Med Surg, Other , Boulder, Colorado
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