Registered Nurse (RN) – Minneapolis, MN

Planned Parenthood North Central States•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$30 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Registered Nurse performs routine health center duties associated with a reproductive and sexual health program within the scope of RN licensure. Registered Nurses are responsible for providing the highest level of customer service and patient care as well as supporting the operations of the health center. Some of the responsibilities include conducting patient history review, performing & processing labs, providing contraceptive supplies, and unbiased education. They will also help with inventory and assist our Clinicians when needed. Provides excellent customer service. Performs related work as directed. Registered Nurses are advocates in implementing our mission of “Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all.” They may perform other related duties to support health center operations as assigned.

Requirements

Active RN license in Minnesota
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers
Hepatitis B vaccination records and titers
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
Chicken Pox vaccination records or proof of immunization
Tetanus shot documentation
Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months

Responsibilities

Interview and screen patients, conduct patient history review, document in electronic medical record, prepare patients for examinations/procedures. Assess, address or triage patient complaints. Monitor patient vital signs.
Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture. Communicate lab test results. Assure appropriate follow-up of lab reports. Process receipt of incoming lab results.
Provide factual patient education. Provide additional education in consultation with clinician or physician assessment. Including explanations of all FDA approved birth control methods. Provide unbiased specific instruction on the client’s selected birth control method.
Inform patients in a non-directive manner about all options available to them in the event of an unintended pregnancy and provide supporting materials and/or education for service based on the patients’ needs.
Provide factual, unbiased information to clients seeking abortion.
Describe the difference between medication and surgical abortion.
Refer patients per protocol, perform follow-up functions, and assure complete documentation of care plan.
Follow all federal, state, and local laws regarding mandated reporting, abortion services, healthcare services, and HIPAA.
Provide contraceptive supplies, medications including injectables, perform venipuncture, and manage patients with medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols Assure inventory control of clinic and contraceptive supplies including ordering, stocking, and tracking as assigned.
Communicate PPNCS protocols, policy and procedures to clinicians and staff as appropriate. Assure clinic manuals are up to date (e.g., clinic, lab, safety, MS&G).
Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
Supervise nursing functions as delegated by the Health Center Manager or clinician/physician.
All health center staff are expected to participate in the onboarding of new employees and supporting the cross-training of established employees.
Follow all state laws regarding mandatory reporting.
Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods.
Administer mild and moderate sedation.
Perform ultrasound medical services in accordance with Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) Medical Standards and Guidelines (MS&G)
Supervise and assess patient’s post procedure recovery.
Perform other clinical skills within the scope of their training and applicable state laws.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity-based premium tiers
Free, virtual primary care for all employees enrolled in a medical plan: NICE HEALTHCARE. A free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations). Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications and more!
HealthiestYou – Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare’s network.
HealthiestYou – Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare’s network. (ND and SD)
Proximal Health – Helps members access high quality, cost-effective, providers for certain services and offers $1,500 tax free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services
Employee Assistance Program
Education Reimbursement: up to $1000 per year & 2 paid CEU days.
Flex Spending Account
Life Insurance
Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked.
8 hours volunteer paid time off annually.
8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays.
Retirement: 403(b) with employer match, 50% for the first 6% deferred
8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
Bereavement Leave
Earned Extended Leave
Free subscription to Headspace App
Time off to vote.
Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.
Start date flexibility.
Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training. Training includes classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts.
$1.50/hour (weekend), $3.00/hour (evening), $4.00/hour (float/travel), $2.00/hour (Bilingual), and $3.00/hour (ultrasound)
Travel reimbursement.
Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance.
Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your “home” clinic.