What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic Nurse and Case Manager position at Petersburg Medical Center?
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Position Description
PMC Mission and ValuesOur Mission is excellence in healthcare services and the promotion of wellness in our community. Our Guiding Values are integrity, dignity, professionalism, teamwork, and quality.
Job Description
Clinic Nurse and Case Manager
Reports To
Clinic Manager
Position Summary
The Clinic Nurse plays a vital role in beam-based primary care, providing direct patient care and case management support to patients, families, and the healthcare team. This role focuses on improving patient health through education, prevention, and risk reduction. Strong communication skills are essential for coordinating care between patients, families, providers, and specialists.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide advanced clinical nursing care in an outpatient setting, including wound care, administering medications, treatments, dressings, catheters and vaccines, as well as assisting with procedures as directed by the medical provider.
- Provide case management for prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric patients.
- Support Chronic Care Case Management, Transitional Care Management and Remote Home Monitoring as needed.
- Collect patient history, vital signs, and medication details, reporting to providers.
- Record patient interactions, facilitate medication refills, and process prior authorizations.
- Assist patients with essential medical paperwork and forms.
- Provide patient education based on condition and provider's recommendations.
- Perform nursing assessments and triage within scope of practice.
- Foster teamwork and maintain respectful interactions with staff, providers, and patients.
- Utilize Lippincott procedures per policy and stay informed on available patient resources.
- Collaborate with and support the Lead RN Case Manager.
- Follow Alaska State Nurse Practice Act guidelines and maintain required licensure / certifications.
- Mentor team members as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Personal Traits
All employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization's values: integrity, professionalism and teamwork.
Required Knowledge
All employees should have a general understanding of standard office techniques, including computers, printers, electronic health records, report analysis, and common office software.
Job Specific Knowledge
- Proficiency in clinical nursing care, including wound care, medication administration, catheter management and assisting with medical procedures.
- Familiarity with obstetrics, pediatrics, and chronic disease management is beneficial.
- Knowledge of case management principles and patient-centered care is a plus.
- Experience supporting patients and their families in challenging situations.
Job Specific Skills
- Multi-tasking, self-starter, works well under pressure.
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
- Problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff.
- Anticipate the needs of others and seek help when appropriate.
- Follow simple and complex directions.
- Perform job using theory-based nursing practice model, evidence-based practices, and shared governance in a multi-disciplinary setting.
- Above average computer skills.
- Ability to lead, train and motivate staff.
- Skills in motivational interviewing, working with high-risk populations and serving their needs.
Required Skills and Abilities
All employees are expected to demonstrate a strong patient focus, efficiency, and teamwork. Essential skills include:
- Strong patient care and customer service skills.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong time management and organizational skills to maintain efficiency.
- Ability to follow policies, procedures, and instructions while proactively communicating with supervisors for clarity and guidance.
- Commitment to maintaining patient and customer confidentiality.
Working Conditions
- Works in a clean, well-lit environment around patients, residents, family members and employees.
- Potential exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids.
- The position is on-site within the facility.
Qualifications
Education. Registered Nurse (RN), associate or bachelor's degree with a minimum of two (2) years' experience preferred. State of Alaska licensure. BLS required, with ACLS and PALS within one year of hire.
- Must be able to pass a State of Alaska background check.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen (including Marijuana).
Position is open until filled.
Type: Part-time
Expires: 01/01/2026
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