Care Team Nurse- $1000 Sign on Bonus!

HealthLinc•Bend, OR

About The Position

The Care Team Nurse continuously evaluates patient care systems, collaborates with the healthcare team to support continuity of care, and reports patient progress. The role works closely with medical staff and reports to the Site Operations Director. The position supports patient-centered care and quality improvement initiatives aligned with the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).

Requirements

Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Indiana.
Current CPR certification.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to remain flexible and adaptable.
Ability to follow HealthLinc policies and procedures.
Ability to operate a multi-line phone system and office equipment, including printers and fax machines.
Basic software skills, including Microsoft Office, EHR, and online sources.
Complete all assigned Relias training.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
At least 1 year of ambulatory or public health nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in continuous quality improvement by evaluating patient care systems, including standards, protocols, and documentation.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of patient care across healthcare settings.
Promote effective communication among healthcare team members, patients, families, and significant others.
Assess patients; collect, obtain, review, and analyze information in collaboration with healthcare team members and others as appropriate.
Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing charts, following up on labs and referrals, and obtaining necessary provider orders.
Identify patient problems, physiological and psychological changes, deviations from normal, and interrelationships among problems; report changes to healthcare providers.
Keep care coordination records up to date.
Initiate, implement, and document patient and family teaching, including their responses to teaching.
Identify unsafe patient environments and intervene responsibly.
Discuss situations with Pediatricians and Nurse Practitioners to develop emergency plans for patients and families.
Maintain open communication with Pediatricians, Nurse Practitioners, and other staff, reporting patient progress, abnormal diagnostic or assessment data, and notable health changes.
Assist patients and families in functioning at their optimum level.
Meet regularly with Providers and other Patient Centered Medical Home team members to identify clinical problems and help initiate appropriate solutions.
Assist in implementing and carrying out continuous quality improvement programs and activities.
Coordinate services for patients and families using other health-related agencies and resources.
Obtain referrals to other physicians and specialists.
Follow approved protocols and standing orders for patient care.
Ensure productive and efficient patient flow.
Engage in quality improvement initiatives that align with and support Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
Perform other duties as assigned.