Clinic Registered Nurse (Regional Centers) - Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000
About The Position
Join #TeamWake as a Clinic Registered Nurse! Are you a compassionate and confident nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in Public Health? We’re seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team in the Southern Regional Center Clinic. This position will serve as the regional resource nurse and support coverage at primary hub (the Southern Regional Center) and other regional centers as needed. In this vital role, you’ll be at the forefront of public service-providing skilled nursing care and support for persons of all ages. You’ll be a part of a passionate team who are mission driven and prioritize client-centric care and cultural competence. Within Public Health, your expertise and commitment to service will help improve lives and promote community wellness. Public Health is at work to make Wake County a safer and healthier place for you to live, work, learn, and play. For the fifth consecutive year, Wake County has been ranked as the #1 Healthiest County in North Carolina. This ranking is due in part to many of the services offered by our agency and the community that influence morbidity, mortality, modifiable health behaviors, and the physical environment. NOTE: Upon acceptance of employment you acknowledge that (i) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, (ii) actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours. About Our Team At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County. What Makes Wake Great Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package. Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
- No specific experience required
- Eligibility for licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse as issued by the North Carolina Board of Nursing
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Spanish languages skills preferred but not required
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to clients
- Comfortable working in a very diverse atmosphere
- Ability to give and receive instruction
- Ability to plan and organize work
- Accountability
- Ability to work within a multi-disciplined team
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to exercise integrity, good judgement, and self-management
Responsibilities
- Assist clinical staff and Medical Providers with completing client visits to include: obtaining detailed health history information (i.e. immunizations, women’s health, sexual health, substance use, mental health, and vital signs)
- Exam chaperoning
- Administering immunizations and medications (IM, SUBQ, PO, Inhalation)
- Documenting within the EMR and NCIR
- Communicate and collaborate across disciplines within and outside the agency to coordinate care and services for clients i.e. specialty referrals, care coordination
- Provide in person and telephone triage for clients and other callers to address concerns promptly utilizing sound nursing judgement
- Review and complete faxes and Prior Authorizations (PAs)
- Maintain clinic supplies
- Actively participate with clinic CQI initiatives
- Attend in-services, workshops, and trainings within and outside the organization to maintain licensure and certifications
- Rotate to additional sites to provide support when needed
- Train and be readily available to assist Wake County in the event of an emergency
- This position will serve as the regional resource nurse and support coverage at primary hub and other regional centers as needed.
Benefits
- Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
- offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
