REGISTERED NURSE

Axis Community Health • Pleasanton, CA

1d • $41 - $52 • Onsite

About The Position

Axis Community Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a Federally Qualified Health Center setting. The RN works collaboratively with providers, medical assistants, and other care team members, providing clinical support that includes patient triage, health education, care coordination, and chronic disease management. The role supports underserved and diverse populations and promotes health equity through culturally competent care, in keeping with Axis Community Health’s mission to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare to the community.

This is a full-time position (1.0 FTE) at the West Las Positas location in Pleasanton, California. The RN provides direct patient care, nursing procedures, medication and immunization administration, triage, referrals, and follow-up, while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with applicable medical protocols, legal requirements, infection-control procedures, and HIPAA. The position may also provide triage coverage and backup assistance to the Clinic Manager.

Work is normally performed in a typical clinic office environment, with some work potentially performed at telecommuting sites. Occasional travel to other Axis health centers and other locations is required. Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving up to 20 pounds, and frequent typing, writing, reaching, sitting, walking, standing, and bending.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
• At least one year of experience, preferably in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Current, active California Registered Nurse license.
• Experience and knowledge of primary care medical services.
• Ability to meet requirements for CPR, First Aid, and other mandated programs.
• Clinical assessment skills sufficient to meet the job requirements.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, and laws, regulations, and guidelines related to medical care.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with an interdisciplinary care team.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures necessary to provide quality care.
• Ability to research new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Demonstrated decision-making and analytical skills, and ability to carry out duties and assignments efficiently.
• Ability to use Axis practice management systems and Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Strong employee relations and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent writing, business communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and supportively with people of all backgrounds.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team, and to exercise sound independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor, positively represent the organization, and establish and maintain positive professional working relationships.
• Ability to organize and set priorities and adjust them quickly as circumstances dictate.
• Ability to attend work regularly and on time.
• Dynamic self-starter with the ability to work independently or in a group setting, a can-do attitude, and attention to detail.
• Ability to type at least 35 WPM with minimal errors.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Axis departmental systems.
• Ability to use office equipment, such as a copier and fax machine.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment, follow procedures and regulations, and request assistance from healthcare support personnel as needed.
• Provide RN coverage for nursing services in accordance with Title 22 CC Section 75028.
• Follow infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.
• Document patient care in patient and department records, and communicate actions, irregularities, and ongoing needs to maintain continuity of care.
• Protect patient confidentiality and comply fully with HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain nursing supplies inventory, anticipate needs, place and expedite orders, and verify receipt of supplies.
• Communicate and collaborate with healthcare teams, respond to requests, build rapport, and participate in team problem-solving.
• Ensure services meet patient needs and comply with established medical protocols and legal and programmatic requirements.
• Provide direct patient care, including medication and immunization administration, nursing procedures, and patient education.
• Provide triage services, including patient assessment and education, arranging appointments and referrals, and providing appropriate follow-up.
• Fill in for the triage nurse as needed.
• Provide backup assistance for the Clinic Manager as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings and attend assigned meetings and training events.
• Perform other related duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for the employee (available to employees working 30–40 hours per week, or 0.75–1.0 FTE).
• Option to participate in a 403(B) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
• Partial educational reimbursement.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Accrued paid time off with each pay period.
• Employee discount programs.
• Colleague Referral Bonus Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree