Physician Practice - RN or LPN - PRN - Urgent Care

NORTH ARKANSAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Harrison, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinic Nurse provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care in a physician clinic setting while supporting providers, patients, and the clinical team. The role may be filled by a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); responsibilities depend on licensure, training, competency, and applicable Arkansas scope of practice. Duties include patient triage and rooming, documenting histories and vital signs, medication administration, injections and immunizations, wound care, assisting with procedures and diagnostic testing, patient education, referrals, medication management, and follow-up. RNs may also coordinate nursing care, support care planning and population health initiatives, and provide clinical guidance and skills validation for other staff. The position is with North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC), a nonprofit healthcare system based in Harrison, Arkansas, with 13 clinics serving rural North Arkansas communities. The clinic nurse works with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare team members to support efficient patient flow and high-quality care. The posting lists weekday clinic hours with occasional schedule variation based on clinic needs. Employment status is listed as PRN in the job details and Full-Time in the compensation and schedule section.

Requirements

For the RN pathway: graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
For the RN pathway: current, unrestricted Arkansas RN license or multi-state RN licensure.
For the RN pathway: current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
For the RN pathway: at least 1 year of nursing experience.
For the LPN pathway: graduate of an approved Practical Nursing (PN/LPN) program.
For the LPN pathway: current, unrestricted Arkansas LPN license or multi-state PN license.
For the LPN pathway: current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
For the LPN pathway: ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, and healthcare-team members.
Ability to provide safe, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

Previous physician clinic or ambulatory care experience.
Experience with patient triage and clinical assessment.
Experience with electronic health records.
Experience performing EKGs or pulmonary function testing/spirometry.
Experience with medication refills, pharmacy communication, referrals, and prior authorizations.
Experience with wound care and staple or suture removal.
Familiarity with population health or care coordination.
Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Room patients and prepare them for provider visits, examinations, and procedures.
Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, medications, and other pertinent clinical information.
Perform clinical triage and communicate patient needs to providers and other care-team members within scope of practice.
Administer medications, injections, and immunizations according to provider orders, organizational policies, and scope of practice.
Assist providers with examinations, minor procedures, and other clinical interventions.
Perform or assist with EKGs and other diagnostic testing according to policy and competency.
Assist with spirometry and pulmonary function testing when trained and authorized.
Provide wound care and perform staple or suture removal according to provider orders and demonstrated competency.
Coordinate patient referrals, pharmacy communications, medication refills, and prior authorizations.
Communicate test results, follow-up instructions, and other clinical information to patients as directed.
Educate patients about medications, treatments, procedures, and follow-up care.
Conduct post-visit and follow-up calls to support continuity of care.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic health record.
Keep examination and treatment rooms clean, organized, and adequately stocked.
Follow infection prevention, patient safety, medication administration, and clinical documentation standards.
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare-team members.
Support efficient patient flow and timely delivery of care.
Participate in clinic quality improvement initiatives and population health activities as applicable.
As applicable to RNs, provide clinical leadership, assist with staff skills validation, coordinate nursing workflows, and support care planning.
Maintain professional, compassionate, and respectful relationships with patients, families, providers, and coworkers.

Benefits

Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Basic life insurance ($40,000) and AD&D at no cost; voluntary life options available.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB), with accrual based on service years.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
On-site wellness center and discounted Planet Fitness membership.
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.