Registered Nurse

Location: 2304 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311

Union Membership: This position is represented by SEIU.

About Us

At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That’s why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission.

About the Role

Under direct supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Registered Nurse performs routine health center duties associated with a reproductive and sexual health program within the scope of RN licensure. Registered Nurses are responsible for providing the highest level of customer service and patient care as well as supporting the operations of the health center. They are advocates in implementing our mission of “Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all.”

Responsibilities

• Interview and screen patients, conduct patient history review, document in electronic medical record, prepare patients for examinations/procedures.
• Assess, address or triage patient complaints. Monitor patient vital signs.
• Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture. Communicate lab test results. Assure appropriate follow-up of lab reports. Process receipt of incoming lab results.
• Provide factual patient education. Provide additional education in consultation with clinician or physician assessment, including explanations of all FDA approved birth control methods. Provide unbiased specific instruction on the client’s selected birth control method.
• Inform patients in a non-directive manner about all options available to them in the event of an unintended pregnancy and provide supporting materials and/or education for service based on the patients’ needs.
• Provide factual, unbiased information to clients seeking abortion. Describe the difference between medication and surgical abortion.
• Refer patients per protocol, perform follow-up functions, and assure complete documentation of care plan.
• Follow all federal, state, and local laws regarding mandated reporting, abortion services, healthcare services, and HIPAA.
• Provide contraceptive supplies, medications including injectables, perform venipuncture, and manage patients with medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols.
• Assure inventory control of clinic and contraceptive supplies including ordering, stocking, and tracking as assigned.
• Communicate PPNCS protocols, policy and procedures to clinicians and staff as appropriate. Assure clinic manuals are up to date (e.g., clinic, lab, safety, MS&G).
• Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
• Supervise nursing functions as delegated by the Health Center Manager or clinician/physician.
• Participate in the onboarding of new employees and support the cross-training of established employees.
• Follow all state laws regarding mandatory reporting.
• Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods.
• Perform ultrasound medical services in accordance with Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) Medical Standards and Guidelines (MS&G).
• Perform related work as directed.

Requirements

• Active RN license in Iowa
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers

Immunization Requirements

• Hepatitis B vaccination records
• Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $29.80-$39 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees.

Shift differentials: $1.50/hour (weekend), $3.00/hour (evening), $4.00/hour (float/travel), $2.00/hour (Bilingual), and $3.00/hour (ultrasound).

Schedule

Full-time, 32 hours per week. Eligible for full benefits!

Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance. Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your “home” clinic.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity-based premium tiers
• Free, virtual primary care for all employees enrolled in a medical plan (NICE HEALTHCARE):
  • Free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations)
  • Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications and more
• HealthiestYou – Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare’s network (ND and SD)
• Proximal Health – Helps members access high quality, cost-effective providers for certain services and offers $1,500 tax-free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $1000 per year & 2 paid CEU days
• Flex Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked
• 8 hours volunteer paid time off annually
• 8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan
• 8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Bereavement Leave
• Earned Extended Leave
• Free subscription to Headspace App
• Time off to vote
• Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more
• Start date flexibility
• Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training (includes classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts)
• Travel reimbursement