*Overview*

The Clinic Registered Nurse works under the Clinic Manager to support efficient patient flow, safe, high-quality clinical care, care coordination, and clinic operations across both the Family Practice/Rural Health Clinic and the Specialty Clinic. The RN functions as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team, collaborating with physicians, NP/PAs, medical assistants, patient service representatives, medical records, health educators, specialty providers, and other professionals to provide comprehensive, family-centered, non-judgmental care across the lifespan. The RN also supports specialty clinic workflows, procedures, patient education, follow-up, and care coordination as assigned.

* Assist with daily back-office clinic operations, including patient flow, Medical Assistant support/staffing, visit productivity, billing support, EHR documentation, and the overall patient experience.
* Perform telephone and in-person triage; assess patient needs, prioritize care, gather pertinent histories and clinical information, and communicate findings to the appropriate provider.
* Provide direct nursing care, including nurse visits, medication administration, immunizations, vital signs, monitoring of patient conditions, and assistance with minor procedures within RN scope of practice.
* Provide patient and family education regarding preventive care, healthy lifestyles, disease management, nutrition, exercise, medication adherence, and provider-directed treatment plans.
* Participate in chronic disease management for patients with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and other chronic or complex medical conditions; support care plans and monitor outcomes as directed.
* Coordinate referrals, follow-up appointments, and transitions between care settings to promote continuity of care.
* Accurately document assessments, interventions, patient education, communications, nurse visits, and charge-entry activities in the medical record.
* Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, medical assistants, social workers, patient access staff, and other professionals to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
* Support family-centered care by recognizing patient and family needs, risk factors, barriers to care, and social determinants of health and communicating concerns to the care team.
* Handle provider and pharmacy calls and follow established protocols for medication-related communications and refill requests.
* Support clinic compliance with applicable programs and requirements, including VFC, OSHA, RHC, HIPAA, infection prevention, medication management, patient safety, and facility policies.
* Assist with quality reporting requirements, including preventive services, chronic disease management, regulatory compliance, and other clinic quality measures.
* Support Specialty Clinic needs as assigned.
* Support the St. Vincent Health employee health program as assigned, including triage evaluation of work-related injuries and illnesses, pre-placement/post-offer assessments, health surveillance, assistance with DOT examinations, and return-to-work assessments.
* Maintain documentation required by OSHA and facility policies and procedures; apply knowledge of health promotion, workplace hazards, ergonomics, workers' compensation, and OSHA standards.
* Support infection prevention activities for clinic operations and, when assigned, organizational infection prevention responsibilities.
* Exhibit a caring and professional attitude toward patients, visitors, and co-workers and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.
* Participate in required training, in-services, meetings, annual competencies, and professional development activities.
* Plan and organize work to complete assignments on time, request assistance or guidance when necessary, and accept additional tasks as assigned.
* Follow the chain of command, attendance expectations, standard precautions, emergency/disaster procedures, and all facility policies and procedures.
* Complete occurrence reports and other required documentation in accordance with facility policy.
* Support Specialty Clinic operations and patient care needs, including rooming support, clinical preparation, medication reconciliation, patient education, follow-up, and coordination with specialty providers.
* Coordinate specialty referrals, diagnostic testing, procedures, outside records, prior clinical information, and follow-up appointments to promote continuity of care.
* Assist specialty providers with clinic-based procedures and treatments within RN scope of practice and demonstrated competency.
* Provide pre-procedure and post-procedure patient education and instructions as directed by the specialty provider.
* Communicate specialty provider recommendations, test results, medication instructions, and follow-up plans to patients in accordance with established protocols and scope of practice.
* Collaborate with Family Practice, Specialty Clinic, hospital departments, and outside organizations to support smooth transitions of care and timely completion of specialty care plans.

*Qualifications*

* Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program; an Associate Degree in Nursing is required
* Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent preferred
* Minimum of two years of clinical experience in a health care setting required, demonstrating progressive responsibility and peer mentoring ability
* Experience in family practice, primary care, rural health, ambulatory care, or a highly service-oriented environment preferred
* Experience working with multiple service lines and using metrics or measurement tools to assess results preferred
* Occupational health experience recommended
* Current Colorado RN license or current RN license from a participating Nurse Licensure Compact state.
* BLS certification required
* PALS certification required
* Certified Occupational Health Nurse (COHN or COHN-S) preferred
* Ability to communicate clearly and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, staff, physicians, and allied health professionals
* Ability to perform phlebotomy and basic laboratory functions
* Demonstrated knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and ability to interpret information related to age-specific patient needs
* Strong assessment, triage, patient education, care coordination, documentation, organizational, and time management skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
* Bilingual skills preferred

Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate nursing care! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their skills across various specialties while providing top-tier healthcare services in a supportive environment. All positions are paid roles dedicated to fostering excellence in patient-centered care.

Pay: $30.00 - $44.90 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance

Work Location: In person