Clinic RN- Christophel Clinic (Pediatrics) .95-1.0 FTE

Waverly Health Center•Waverly, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinic RN provides evidence-based nursing care at Waverly Health Center Clinics under provider supervision, consistent with the Iowa Nursing Practice Act, ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and ANA Code of Ethics. The RN is accountable for direct and indirect patient care, uses clinical judgment within the scope of nursing practice, and communicates changes in patients’ conditions to providers and other healthcare team members. The position also supports the development of clinic nursing staff through orientation, training, mentoring, and clinical consultation. The RN prepares patients for examinations and tests, assists with exams and minor procedures, administers prescribed medications and treatments, monitors patient condition, triages calls, provides patient and family education, and maintains accurate, confidential electronic records. The role includes coordinating referrals and authorizations, following up on results and orders, supporting clinic lab and supply processes, maintaining equipment, and following safety, infection-control, and regulatory requirements. This position is based in pediatrics and is scheduled for 38–40 hours per week (0.95–1.0 FTE), on the first shift, Monday through Friday, with the potential for Wednesdays off. The work involves sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to approximately 35 pounds, and possible exposure to hazardous chemicals, treatment modalities, and communicable diseases in a healthcare environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse program.
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa.
Ability to read, speak, and write fluent English.
Ability to learn and navigate computer systems, including online training modules, employee timesheet and performance appraisal systems, and job-specific systems.
Ability to perform the essential duties proficiently and comply with applicable safety and regulatory requirements.
Ability to lift approximately 35 pounds and use proper body mechanics, ergonomics, and applicable lifting or moving devices.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a clinic setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide evidence-based direct and indirect nursing care under provider supervision and within applicable nursing standards and scope of practice.
Prepare patients for examinations and tests, and assist with examinations and minor office procedures as needed.
Administer or refill prescribed medications and treatments as ordered by a provider and in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Observe and monitor patients, communicate changes or unanticipated reactions to the responsible provider, and respond to critical or life-threatening conditions, including performing life-saving measures when necessary.
Triage patient telephone calls, assess conditions, provide symptomatic-care advice according to office protocols, and schedule provider appointments as needed.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential electronic patient records, including telephone encounters and scanned documents.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, providers, outside agencies, hospital personnel, and clinic nursing staff to support continuity of care.
Provide patient and family education, adapting instruction to language and learning needs and reinforcing it as needed.
Solve patient-care problems, seek appropriate resources and assistance, and exercise independent judgment within the role.
Orient, train, mentor, and serve as a clinical resource for clinic nursing staff; contribute to quality monitoring and improvement of staff competencies and nursing care.
Complete and maintain a professional portfolio.
Maintain patient-care equipment and supplies, ensure safe operation, arrange repair or replacement, and conduct monthly supply and pharmaceutical sample audits to remove expired items.
Coordinate referrals, schedule tests and procedures as directed, and contact insurance companies for prior authorization.
Follow up on laboratory and diagnostic imaging results, outstanding orders, and electronic or faxed prescriptions before the end of each day.
Perform lab quality-assurance checks and laboratory collection and processing procedures.
Follow applicable Waverly Health Center and regulatory requirements, including supply ordering, removal of expired supplies, IRIS/VFC reconciliation and documentation, and support of the CDSS/Alerts/Recall System.
Use Standard Precautions and appropriate instrument safety, cleaning, disinfection, sterilization preparation, and medical asepsis practices.
Perform other job-related duties as requested by the manager.