Clinic Nurse- Flex

University of North Dakota•Grand Forks, ND

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About The Position

The Clinic Nurse collaborates with medical and psychiatric providers to evaluate and treat patients in person, electronically, or by phone within the nursing scope of practice. The nurse performs general nursing procedures, administers immunizations and treatments, and provides education to enhance patient knowledge. The position provides clinical care and triage, supports diagnostic and procedural services, maintains accurate electronic health records, and promotes continuity of care while following confidentiality, FERPA, and HIPAA requirements. It also supports immunization compliance, clinic operations and maintenance, outreach education, and public health initiatives in the UND and greater Grand Forks communities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program and current Registered Nurse licensure in North Dakota and Minnesota, or eligibility for licensure before the start date; alternatively, graduate of an accredited nursing program and current Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in North Dakota and Minnesota, or eligibility for licensure before the start date, with two years of related experience.
CPR certification, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment.
General computer experience.
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Two years of nursing experience.
Work experience in college health, ambulatory care, or a public health setting.
EHR experience.

Responsibilities

Assist providers with patient evaluation and treatment, maintaining professional, ethical, and legal standards and patient confidentiality.
Maintain accurate electronic health records; interview patients; record vital signs; and review and update medication lists and allergies.
Administer treatments, IV therapy, medications, and vaccinations as ordered or permitted by standing orders.
Perform preliminary procedures and tests for FAA/ATC, ROTC, gynecological, and physical examinations, including audiometry, vision testing, peak flow testing, and nebulizer treatments.
Prepare patients for procedures, obtain informed consent and ancillary surgical documents, provide pre- and post-procedure care and education, and assist with surgical, casting, and splinting procedures.
Assist with referrals and arrange emergent transfers to acute care, including transfer of appropriate records in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA guidelines.
Order T-Spot testing under standing orders and arrange public health follow-up for latent TB clients as directed by a provider.
Prepare laboratory specimens using blood-borne pathogen knowledge and infection-control procedures.
Dispense and fit crutches and instruct patients in their use.
Provide emergency services during clinic hours, including CPR, first aid, and AED response.
Provide care and respond to patient inquiries in person, by phone, or electronically, including administering allergy injections, monitoring and documenting reactions, taking blood pressure, and consulting providers as appropriate.
Maintain knowledge of immunization guidelines, CDC recommendations, risks, benefits, screening protocols, and administration of multiple immunizations; administer vaccines as ordered or under standing orders.
Participate in outreach events, health fairs, and mass immunization clinics as needed.
Respond to inquiries about test results, health changes, medication concerns, and other questions; document patient contacts accurately and completely in the EHR.
Provide continuity-of-care information to pharmacies, clinics, and others as appropriate while following HIPAA and FERPA guidelines.
Triage patients, provide assessments and appropriate advice, and use current reference resources.
Educate patients about medical and psychiatric conditions, prevention, treatment, disease or injury management, warning signs of complications, and action plans; use suitable educational and communication resources.
Participate in annual review and revision of nursing procedures; open and close the clinic according to procedures; clean patient-care areas and use PPE as indicated.
Replenish clinical and housekeeping supplies and perform routine clinic maintenance, including monitoring emergency equipment and supplies and cleaning and sterilizing instruments.
Monitor supply and implant inventory and report low inventory, defective or expired devices, supplies, equipment, medications, and vaccines in a timely manner.
Assist the Immunization Compliance Officer with screening health histories and immunization forms, counseling students on compliance requirements, assessing TB indications, obtaining T-Spot tests under standing orders, and supporting the Immunization Compliance Nurse.
Seek and lead progressive practice opportunities, provide outreach education to the UND campus, and collaborate with the greater Grand Forks community on public health practices and initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of Student Health Services, UND, and the greater community.