Health Center Registered Nurse

Northern Counties Health Care • Brighton, VT

300d

About The Position

Island Pond Health Center, part of Northern Counties Health Care, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This on-site position plays a crucial role in patient care, working closely with providers and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality services.

Requirements

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont.
• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience in a medical office, community health center, or similar setting.
• CPR/BLS certification required (ACLS and PALS may be required at some sites).
• Strong clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in EMR systems and computer applications.
• Ability to handle physical demands, including lifting up to 50 lbs and working under emergency conditions.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess patient phone calls for providers.
• Perform clinical evaluations using knowledge of disease processes and treatments.
• Assist with walk-in and call-in appointment triage.
• Coordinate patient flow and provider scheduling for efficient operations.
• Carry out standing orders for medication refills, tests, and routine health maintenance.
• Conduct nursing assessments and preliminary workups.
• Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, etc.).
• Administer medications, vaccines, allergy injections, and IVs per protocol.
• Assist with minor procedures, including wound care and suturing support.
• Perform EKGs, vision, and audiometry screenings.
• Provide education on treatment plans, medications, and health maintenance.
• Participate in community health education programs.
• Perform in-office lab tests and document results.
• Draw and prepare specimens for testing.
• Dispense pharmaceuticals per provider orders and monitor inventory.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and infection control measures.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 403b retirement plan
• Generous earned time accrual

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree