Part-Time RN
Job Description
The RN delivers quality patient care consistent with our mission and is responsible for ensuring high-quality services to our patients. Responsibilities include assisting clinicians with patient care and procedures—such as reproductive health exams, collecting specimens, running lab tests, and ensuring exam rooms and equipment are properly maintained. The role also involves patient education, charting in the EHR system, managing lab quality control, and coordinating patient flow and referrals. On the administrative side, duties include scheduling, insurance verification, processing payments, and managing patient communications.
- Serves as a collaborative clinical care team member.
- Supports team members to work at their full scope, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
- Trairs patient calls during business hours, aiding the call-center team in delivering exceptional patient support.
- Adheres to standing order policies and procedures.
- Conducts STI screenings for asymptomatic patients, providing education on safe sex, risk reduction, and specimen ordering.
- Engages in RN visits as outlined by clinic policy and procedure.
- Complies with federal regulations, including Title X, OSHA, and HIPAA.
- Accurately documents in the electronic health record.
- Takes overnight call one week per month, with additional compensation of $300 per week (average 5-8 calls per week, remote only).
- Contacts patients with results or as assigned, managing care within scope.
- Involved in laboratory compliance duties and responds to laboratory and pharmacy faxes, including prior authorizations.
- Provides oral/IV sedation for surgical abortion procedures.
- Takes on additional responsibilities as needed or assigned.
Pharmacy Responsibilities
Assists with pharmacy operations, including working collaboratively with the BVHC Nursing team to:
- Maintain pharmacy standards in compliance with CRS 12-22-119.
- Bottle medications by pharmacy regulations.
- Complete pharmacy inventory regularly and as needed.
- Works with Nursing leadership to evaluate and update the in-house medication inventory.
- Manages expired medications and failed IUD replacements per laws and requirements.
- Orders vaccines and serves as a resource for vaccine administration.
- Maintains emergency supplies, works with provider staff to create reproductive health emergency protocols, and provides ongoing staff training in clinical emergency preparedness.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those that a staff member must meet to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Effective communication in English, both spoken and written, is required. Must be able to hear adequately in person and by phone, in both personal and group settings. Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours per day. Capable of reaching, moving, and lifting up to 20 pounds. Must use arms and hands to handle or move objects for various tasks, including preparing for meetings and events. Tasks involve standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending, twisting, climbing stairs, or using an elevator. May need to reach chest-high and overhead for materials, with reasonable accommodation.
General Job Expectations
- All staff is expected to:
- Prioritize Patient Care: Deliver compassionate, patient-centered services that support the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of those we serve. Maintain professionalism and empathy in all patient interactions.
- Maintain a Safe Environment: Follow all clinic safety protocols and procedures to ensure a clean, secure, and compliant environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Promptly report any safety concerns, incidents, or hazards.
- Promote a Culture of Quality and Accountability: Adhere to organizational policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines. Take responsibility for accuracy, timeliness, and completeness in all tasks and documentation.
- Support Team Collaboration: Communicate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across departments. Participate actively in team meetings, training, and improvement initiatives.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement: Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and quality enhancement. Share suggestions and feedback that contribute to better patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Complete Monthly Pulse Surveys: Submit the required monthly employee pulse survey on time. Use this opportunity to share honest, constructive feedback that helps shape a healthy workplace culture.
- Protect Patient Privacy: Comply with all HIPAA regulations and internal policies related to confidentiality and the protection of patient information.
- Develop and manage BVHC’s grant procedures, including a comprehensive grants calendar and quality review process.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational success.
Required Experience/Skills
- Required: Fridays 8:30 am - 5:15 pm Ability to work future shifts Monday to Friday: 8:30 am – 5:15 pm
- Commitment to Inclusive Care: Familiarity or willingness to learn inclusive, affirming language for diverse patient identities. Passionate about reproductive health care and family planning services, including abortion care. Must be aligned with BVHC's mission.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing. CO State Licensure and Compact State Licensure.
- ACLS, BLS and CPR Certification. At least one year of clinical experience in an outpatient setting. Knowledge of reproductive health and family planning. Experience utilizing electronic health records. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must possess strong time management skills, an unwavering attention to detail, and great organization. Able to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of providers, RNs, MAs, and CAs. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Electronic Health Records (Athena a plus).
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting (reproductive and sexual health a plus).
- Experience working with marginalized communities.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred).