Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse

Working title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Registered Nurse (RN) 

Classification title: Licensed Practical/Registered Nurse

Division: Health Center

Program: Rural Clinic – Worden

Reports to:  Worden Clinic Manager 

FLSA status: Non-Exempt: 

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 8am to 5pm

Wage Range: Wage is determined by number of years of transferrable experience and internal equity:

LPN: $24.28 up to $32.19

RN: $31.48 to $44.37 

Organizational Overview

Serving the Yellowstone County community and south-central Montana for nearly 50 years, RiverStone Health is an essential provider of personal and public health services. Health, Education, Leadership and Protection – HELP is what we do.  From medical, dental and behavioral healthcare; home care and hospice; public health services like immunizations, WIC, health promotion and restaurant inspections; and educating the next generation of health professionals, our expertise spans all ages and stages of life.  Underlying principles of access, affordability, compassion and quality in all interactions, RiverStone Health improves life, health and safety for all of the communities we serve.

Job Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct care of patients.  Patients may include sub acute, convalescent, chronic patients or persons with disabilities.  The incumbent will serve as a member of interdisciplinary treatment or other relevant teams within RiverStone Health.  Primary responsibilities include assessment of patients’ needs, providing care and instruction, and communicating observations and changes to relevant team members. 

Essential Functions/Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

A.   General Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse Responsibilities                     95%

• Provide direct patient care in compliance with RiverStone Health policies as well as any programmatic policies

• Assess patient needs, answer patient questions, provide assistance and education to patients

• Measure and record patient vitals, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

• Screen and administer vaccines

• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and intravenous fluids under provider orders

• Draw blood through routine venipuncture, process and prepare specimens for testing

• Perform quality control testing and Point-of-Care testing

• Perform wound care, including assessment, treatment, and monitoring, under provider orders

• Perform patient X-rays as ordered by the provider. Process and send images for over read (if licensed as Radiology Limited Certificate holder)

• Assist with patient triage

• Assist with procedures

• Assist with prescription refills

• Assist with vaccine management program

• Assist with supply ordering, inventory, and organization

• Make appointments, keep records, and perform other clerical duties.

• Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions.

• Documents care provided, including medical histories, treatments, and progress, in electronic medical records according to documentation standards

• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications/audio-visual materials to be come and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work areas.

Non-Essential Functions/Other duties as assigned                            ≥5%

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of RiverStone’s mission and goals.

Education and Experience: 

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a State accredited Licensed Practical Nursing or Registered Nurse Program

• Considerable patient care and nursing experience

• Any combination of experience and training which provide the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience with target population specific to program

• Licensed as a Radiology Limited Certificate holder in the State of Montana (preferred, but not required)

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Licensed as a Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the state of Montana and holds unrestricted License

• Valid State of Montana Driver’s License

• Certification by the American Heart Association (AHA) for Basic Life Support (BLS)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all age groups- must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span, possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status, and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s needs

• Thorough knowledge of public health principles and practices, preventive measures, and knowledge of community resources

• Ability to display non-judgmental and empathetic listening skills

• Ability to communicate effectively orally or in writing using technical and/or non-technical terminology

• Knowledge and understanding of protected sensitive patient health information (HIPAA) and confidentiality

• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive work environment

• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients

Customer Service Excellence: 

• Doing things right the first time

• Making people feel welcome

• Showing respect for each customer

• Anticipating customer needs and concerns

• Keeping customers informed

• Helping and going the extra mile

• Responding quickly

• Protecting privacy and confidentiality

• Demonstrating proper telephone etiquette

• Taking responsibility for handling complaints

• Being professional

• Taking ownership of your attitude toward Service Excellence.

Supervision: 

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily performed in a clinic setting

  • OR

• Frequently required to travel to [schools, homes, etc

• Standing, bending, sitting, lifting required

• Create and maintain a safe/secure working environment by adhering to safety, security, and health requirements. Integrates injury, illness, and loss prevention into job activities by attending any necessary training and implementing best practices.

Freedom to Act & Decision Making:

• Ability to exercise critical thinking skills, independent professional judgment and to work as a team member.  Supervised by Program Manager.

Communications & Networking:

• Daily written and verbal communication with patients, patient family members, co-workers, providers and community members.

• Represents RiverStone Health as part of patient care team within larger systems or groups

Budget & Resource Management: 

This position is not responsible for budgetary or FTE resources.

Salary : $24 - $44