LPN/RN PRN

Northland Cares•Prescott Valley, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The LPN/RN provides client-centered services in a clinic setting, including care plan coordination, treatment-adherence support, administering intramuscular injections, and follow-up. The position works with staff from an interdisciplinary team and follows Northland Cares policies and applicable local, state, and federal requirements. The role supports the organization’s mission and values through personal responsibility, respect, teamwork, caring, and excellent customer service to staff, clients, and community members. This is a PRN position. Location, days, and hours are determined by patient needs, with work performed in Cottonwood or Prescott Valley. The position may require travel to other Northland Cares locations, as well as to clinics, meetings, training, and state or national conferences. Mileage is provided for travel to Cottonwood. The LPN/RN reports to the Executive Director, receives direction from the Medical Director, and collaborates with the Clinic Manager on patient care and quality management.

Requirements

Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program.
At least 1 year of applicable work experience in a medical setting, including giving injections and administering medications.
Current, unencumbered LPN or RN license from the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
Arizona driver’s license and current auto insurance.
Computer and technical literacy, including general Microsoft Office and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Ability to work with cultural and diversity considerations.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.
Current healthcare-level CPR certification within 6 months of hire.
Commitment to serving patients living with HIV/AIDS.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for short to moderate periods throughout the day.
Ability to drive for up to 2 hours for clinics, meetings, or training.
Ability to travel to state and national conferences and training.
Regular use of computers, phones, printers, and copiers.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with HIV/AIDS services and Ryan White/HOPWA programs.
Experience in health, social work, or a related field.
Experience with Microsoft Excel.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assist with maintaining appointment schedules for patients requiring injections.
Coordinate continuous quality management data collection, monitoring, and reporting.
Document actions in required program databases and maintain confidential patient information accurately, completely, and promptly.
Facilitate clinical follow-up and referrals as directed by providers.
Clean and disinfect examination rooms after use.
Prepare and provide patient medical documentation in accordance with federal, state, and clinic policies and procedures.
Perform rapid HIV testing as needed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Travel to other Northland Cares locations upon request when it benefits the organization.
Stay informed of patient status changes through communication with medical staff, laboratories, and case managers.
Keep staff members current on patient status for needed services and office workflow.
Advise patients, potential patients, and families about services offered by Northland Cares.
Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing tasks, facilitating communication with clinic employees, and proactively advising supervisors of activities and needs.
Protect client information and comply with HIPAA confidentiality requirements.
Participate in meetings as needed to support documentation, quality improvement, program management, and team building.
Cross-train with other staff as determined by the supervisor.
Provide client-centered services including care plan coordination, treatment-adherence support, administering IM injections, and follow-up.
Follow Northland Cares policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal requirements.