Registered Nurse- Primary Care (Job ID OOJ - 6893)

This position functions within the Healthcare for the Homeless Primary Care Program to assist patients and medical staff within the ambulatory care setting responsible for the overall operation of the clinic.

Maintains skill sets, annual competencies, certifications, and participates in in-services and educational programs within the Clinic as assigned; completes all mandatory training; attends and participates in staff meetings; adheres to infection control policy and procedures. Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards; refers un-resolved problems with patients/coworkers/visitors to department manager or administrative manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy.

Shift Details

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

• Provide clinical services, including working with providers, clinic staff and management to ensure excellent quality of care and services, efficient utilization of resources and compliance with SEARHC standards.
• Maintain medication inventory and supplies not on the Warehouse PAR system.
• Ensure that the necessary quality control checks are done with the Point of Care tests.
• Clearly and correctly document all care and services provided in the clinic, completing nurse duties professionally and in a timely manner.
• Clearly and correctly document all care and services provided, completing nurse duties professionally and in a timely manner.
• Assist providers and other staff as needed, anticipating the needs of these individuals to ensure efficient and quality patient care.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to be an effective resource for their patients, providers, and fellow clinic staff.

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license at time of submittal.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.