Clinic Nurse- RN

Principal Responsibilities

• Collaborates as a core member of the interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive medical care to residents.
• Conducts triage for all walk-in patients, performs thorough patient assessments, creates care plans, and implements evidence-based nursing interventions.
• Administers medications, treatments, and procedures in alignment with established protocols and nursing standards, including utilizing standing orders.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation of all patient interactions, care provided, and medication/medical supply inventory.
• Monitors and manages the physical and mental health needs of residents, demonstrating sensitivity to their unique challenges.
• Engages in health education initiatives and promotes preventive care to empower residents in taking control of their well-being.
• Provides compassionate and culturally sensitive support to residents facing behavioral and substance abuse issues, adhering to the Harm Reduction Model.
• Maintains and documents the emergency kit (E-kit) as required.
• Completes TB screenings/readings and ensures proper documentation.
• Assigns daily nursing duties and identifies and resolves patient flow deficiencies.
• Organizes and maintains dispensary medication inventory, including removing expired medications and preparing them for proper disposal.
• Prepares and dispenses all medications as ordered by the provider, ensuring proper labeling of dispensed medications.
• Maintains and documents the emergency kit (E-kit) as required.
• Places orders for medical supplies as needed.
• Collaborates with the Clinic Administrator to support continuous improvement of systematic functions.
• Develops and monitors communication networks between the Medical Director, back office staff, social workers, providers, and external staff to improve continuity of care and prevent conflicting information regarding patients' medical plans of care.
• Educates, trains, and motivates back office staff to reach their highest potential by identifying areas for individual educational and training needs.
• Maintains and ensures adherence to the Nursing Training Manual and agency policies and procedures.
• Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and maintained according to standards.
• Reviews and monitors the Facility Site Review (FSR) tool in collaboration with the Clinic Supervisor.
• Monitors and completes HEDIS measures, including identifying and following up on pending measures to ensure completion.
• Closes patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner.
• Participates in e-kit maintenance, ensuring proper functionality and readiness for emergencies.
• Utilize the AIDET communication framework to communicate with patients and team members in a manner that reduces patient anxiety, increases patient compliance, and improves clinical outcomes.

Requirements

• Possess an active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California.
• Current CPR card by American Heart Association.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience; at least one-year experience in an ambulatory care setting.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and familiarity with medical equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Experience working with patients and staff from diverse socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Possess a valid California Driver's license and able to travel to different sites.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Critical thinking and decision-making skills for assessing and addressing patient needs.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, and lift patients or medical equipment as necessary.

Disclaimer

Salary offered will be based on the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and in accordance with applicable laws and internal pay equity policies. All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members are recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Monthly employer-sponsored allowance for assistance with health premiums.
• Funded Health Savings Account (up to deductible) to assist with carrier-approved medical expenses.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave) and 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Short- and long-term disability plans (LTD/STD).
• Life insurance policy & AD&D, and more!