RN - Barry Community Health Center

Responsibilities

• Complete patient assessments, provide education, and schedule appointments both telephonically and in person.
• Use knowledge and approved protocols to advise patients and parents on care plans.
• Conduct one-on-one or family patient education sessions.
• Ensure appropriate follow-up call-backs are made for patients.
• Aid in coordinating services for patients and families with other health-related agencies and resources.
• Participate in interdisciplinary planning to meet patient needs and health service objectives.
• Document nursing actions in medical records using defined standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Participate in the quality assurance program.
• Provide translation services when needed.
• Adhere to CSHS compliance standards as outlined in the Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Stay updated on pertinent federal, state, and CSHS regulations, laws, and policies.
• Ensure that staff members are trained and evaluated on compliance policies specific to their roles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the State of Michigan.
• Experience: One year of professional clinical nursing experience required. Family practice experience preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Basic Life Support/CPR certification as required by license and certification. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently while maintaining self-direction. Working knowledge of computers and their applications preferred. Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and high-volume conditions.

Key Values

• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Respect
• Professionalism

Physical Requirements

• Exposure to patients with illnesses and infections.
• Frequent telephone and computer use, requiring manual dexterity for writing and computer operation.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
• Vision requirements may include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May require bending, squatting, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

Client Population Served

• Serves all patient populations.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your family.
• Generous Paid Time Off benefit – 4 weeks per year for full time.
• Paid holidays - 8 full day paid holidays (Including Black Friday!) and 2 half day paid holidays!
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with generous employer match - $ for $ match up to 5% MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans.
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program.