Registered Nurse

Job Description:The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver
who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning,
implementing and evaluating care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the
nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention,
evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team
members

Posting Specifics
Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-430pm, no weekends or holidays
Department: Patterson Primary Care, outpatient clinic

Scope
Performs general nursing care to patients by following established standards
and procedures.
Obtains patient consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality.
Obtains and documents health history, information on chief complaint,
vital signs, and health risk factors and assesses disease condition.
Provides patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and
federal/state laws and regulations.
Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers
prescribed medications, and monitor and document treatment progress and
patient response. Refer to/consult with physicians, other health
providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns.
Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance,
and management of acute and chronic conditions.
Documents patient assessment and intervention data using established medical
record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
Participates in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and
outcomes.
Tracks quality assurance data and monitor for acute and chronic care
management.
Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by
service behavior standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required
Current/valid Registered Nurse license from the state licensing board is
required Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS)
is required
One (1) year related experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing
setting is required

Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of
the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure,
experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business
hours or scheduled shifts is required
Knowledge of nursing processes; health care systems, structure, and
functions; and community resources. Understanding of health care
technology, equipment, and supplies. Familiarity with state law on nursing
care, nurse practice guidelines, and clinic policies and procedures.
Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate
action in questionable or emergency situations.
Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
Critical thinking skills within scope of practice population health management
and improvement of patient outcomes.

Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read
information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify
equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care
providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally
communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms,
needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency
situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex
and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent
computer use and typing for documen ing patient care, accessing needed
information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and
utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to
retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items
of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and
assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing
supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable
equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and
busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and
-May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of
ti

Location:Patterson Primary Care Clinic

Work City:

Work State:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate
dependent upon experience.

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we
provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of