Registered Nurse I - CHS (Countywide)

Yavapai County Government • Countywide, AZ

12h

About The Position

Yavapai County Community Health Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse I to provide nursing care that supports community health and well-being. The position delivers patient-centered care, manages chronic conditions, and promotes wellness through education and preventive services. It promotes health, prevents disease, and provides essential clinical and public health services to geographically isolated and outlying communities, frequently in mobile clinics, community centers, and at health fairs. The role helps connect regional healthcare systems with vulnerable rural populations and addresses health disparities and barriers to care. The position is grant-funded.

Requirements

• Be a Registered Nurse educated at an accredited school.
• Hold a current Arizona nursing license.
• Possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Health Care Professionals.
• Possess a current fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Know applicable statutes, standards, policies, and regulations relating to the area of practice; chronic medical conditions and current healthcare methods and practices; medical office operations; cultural diversity and its implications for healthcare; business English; clerical office practices; research and report writing; current Microsoft Office software; and filing and recordkeeping.
• Demonstrate care, concern, and courtesy when dealing with people; provide patients with information needed to make personal health decisions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing, in person, and by telephone; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and demonstrate organization and attention to detail.
• Work effectively with minimal supervision within established guidelines, exercise professional judgment, identify potential problems, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and manage time efficiently.
• Understand relevant healthcare concepts and provide accurate, thorough patient teaching as directed by a healthcare provider; accurately recognize and report patient health status; and maintain patient confidentiality and discretion.
• Keep management informed of key operating issues, remain current in knowledge needed for assigned duties, and act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing services, including direct patient care, care management, and provider support.
• Support back-office operations by optimizing clinic workflow.
• Complete medication refills and related tasks, prior authorizations, and triage of patient inquiries.
• Serve as a resource for other back-office staff on patient consultation and inquiries using nursing knowledge and expertise.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed