Description

Description

At Frontera Healthcare Network, we aim to elevate the standard for rural healthcare by providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare services to the communities we serve. We are actively searching for a highly skilled and driven Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to become a valued member of our Menard team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of individuals and families by bringing the community direct access to medical services they otherwise would not have. 

Along with offering a competitive salary, Frontera boasts a considerable benefits package including: 

· Generous starting paid time off (PTO)

· PTO for designated Holidays

· Matching contributions to a 401k retirement savings plan

· Life insurance policy paid in full by Frontera

· Health insurance with a comprehensive scope that includes access to coverage for both vision and dental 

As Frontera continues to grow, we offer ample opportunities for leadership and career advancement. The employee-centric culture of our organization is committed to helping each employee reach their full potential. Moreover, the close-knit communities we serve appreciate individual contributions to community development, providing a chance to make a difference in society beyond the work environment. Frontera is leading the way in community care and we are excited to add a passionate RN/LVN to contribute to our team.

Job Summary

The Staff Nurse is an integral part of the health care team. The Staff Nurse assists the healthcare team in a professional manner in the community health center setting.

Responsibilities include administering quality nursing care, immunization, and health education to patients of all ages in accordance with established nursing standards; assisting in the lab and pharmacy as appropriate; working with all health center personnel to ensure and efficient and safe environment of care.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Staff Nurse performs the following duties as assigned.

1. Provides clinical services.

a. Maintains clinical expertise and competency (to include age specific competency) as well as demonstrated thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality primary healthcare.

b. Documents delivery of healthcare and nursing process in accordance with the Center’s policies and procedures in a timely, accurate, and consistent manner.

c. Educates the patient and family / significant others about diagnosis and the plan of care. Acts as a resource for facilitating communication when necessary.

d. Coordinates the delivery of patient care provided by the healthcare team.

e. Is familiar with PCHM standards and works as part of the medical team to provide patient centered care.

f. Interacts with health center personnel and assists providers to ensure optimal patient care and to obtain optimum patient flow and increased patient satisfaction.

g. Identifies and responds promptly to changes in patient’s condition and / or clinic environment.

h. Coordinates and delegates the timely processing of patient referrals, prescribed medications, and other identified needs of the patient.

i. Acts as a resource within the clinic to other staff members in regards to patient care.

j. Participates as a team member and promotes teamwork by assisting others with patient care and department activities.

k. Maintains adequate inventory of medical forms, supplies, in-house medications, STD medications and immunizations and completes monthly inventory reports as required.

l. Performs maintenance and controls on medical equipment and documents results.

m. Administers all medications accurately using the five (5) rights of medication administration, documenting medications according to the health center policy and procedures.

n. Upon completion of laboratory skill assessment, performs all laboratory functions according to provider orders.

2. Provides clinical oversight under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor.

a. Assumes responsibility / accountability for delegating, directing, and supervising patient care activities.

b. Identifies Performance Improvement opportunities.

c. Serves as a resource and positive, proactive leader for the department.

d. Accepts responsibility for remaining current with nursing and healthcare trends and information that impact nursing practice.

e. Participates in collaboration with the healthcare team in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing patient and family needs to develop a plan of care.

f. Participates in the evaluation of products, procedures, and patient care standards.

g. Participates in the evaluation of healthcare at the Center and in monitoring health outcomes of patients.

3. Fulfills administrative duties.

a. Assists in maintaining an efficient, safe, secure, orderly, and aseptic environment of care for all patients and employees.

b. Is familiar with and abides by OSHA Standards, Hazardous Materials, and Universal Precautions, use of personal protective equipment, Evacuation, fire, Disaster, and Safety Plans.

c. If bilingual, translates in Spanish between non-Spanish speaking staff and Spanish speaking patients as requested.

4. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required

· Knowledge of basic principles of health promotion, prevention, and motivation.

· Knowledge of protocols in general and an ability to quickly gain specific knowledge of the Center’s current operational protocols.

· Knowledge of medical terminology and appropriate abbreviations.

· Demonstrates knowledge of the Texas Nursing Practice Act.

· Ability to read and comprehend medical instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

· Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to patients, Center staff, and the general public.

· Ability to prepare statistical and administrative reports.

· Ability to work cooperatively with community agency personnel to coordinate services for patients.

· Ability to use a glucometer and interpret the results.

· Ability to use office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, fax machines, telephones, and copiers.

· Ability to prioritize and allocate resources.

Preferred

· Spanish speaking and writing skills

Credentials and Experience

Required

· Registered Nurse degree from an accredited school of nursing.

· Current unrestricted license from the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Texas

· Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Professionals Certification

Preferred

· One (1) year of practice experience as an RN given direct patient care.

Special Requirements

The employee must be able to lift and / or move more than 50 pounds. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye / hand coordination. Requires sitting, standing, and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinic environment. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required in order to perform the work. The health center reserves the right to revise or changed job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and the Center continues to maintain its status as an at-will employer. If the essential functions of this position cannot be performed in a satisfactory manner by the employee, reasonable accommodations may be made.