Registered Nurse (RN) | Clinic

Avera • Marshall, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Clinic provides high-quality professional care within the scope of practice to patients and families under the supervision of a provider. This position supports the Internal Medicine Clinic and may provide outreach to other clinic sites as needed. The nurse coordinates clinic patient care, communicates with patients and care teams, and supports providers during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing.

The role includes patient assessment and education; medication and treatment administration; triage and telephone response; maintenance and review of patient records; specimen handling and follow-up on test results; referrals and scheduling; and infection prevention. The schedule is 72 hours every two weeks during clinic hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility to accommodate organizational, physician, and patient needs. The position is based at Access Health Marshall-Carlson St.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice, required upon hire.
• Breath, Alcohol, and Drug Collection Certification from the Licensing Board, required upon hire if providing services in Occupational Medicine.
• Ability to work the specified hours.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, including adequate visual acuity for position duties and the ability to communicate effectively, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Commitment to applying Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles in service to patients, families, and the community.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and coordinate workflow with other team members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable safety requirements and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document nursing assessments and evaluations of patients.
• Provide continuity of care through verbal and written communication.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to nursing standards.
• Coordinate patient care activities for the clinic and suggest solutions to patient-care crises and complaints.
• Observe, record, and report patients’ conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments to the provider.
• Oversee appointment scheduling and prioritize patient preferences in emergency situations.
• Screen patients by obtaining health histories, taking vital signs, and conducting nursing assessments.
• Instruct patients in collecting samples and completing tests; respond to and refer incoming telephone calls; and triage calls and messages within the scope of the license.
• Educate patients and families about medications, treatment instructions, the diagnostic process, nutrition, and health and wellness maintenance.
• Maintain and review patient records, charts, visit documentation, new-patient charts, laboratory results, and other reports.
• Label and package laboratory specimens and x-rays according to applicable procedures; assist with cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment; and track and follow up on missing test reports.
• Prepare equipment and assist providers with procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing within the scope of the license.
• Administer IV fluids and intravenous medications, give injections, and maintain and care for venous access, heplocks, PICC lines, and porta-caths.
• Maintain exam-room supplies and medications, ensure room cleanliness, and order supplies as needed.
• Provide outreach to clinic sites as needed and work a flexible schedule to accommodate organizational, physician, and patient needs.
• Document appropriately to meet Accountable Care Organization (ACO) guidelines.
• Assist patients with referrals to other specialties and schedule surgeries, ancillary services, and referrals as directed by the provider; ensure appropriate patient education and documentation.
• Prevent the spread of infection and maintain adequate infection-prevention measures.
• Maintain confidentiality, coordinate workflow with team members, and comply with applicable safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards.

Benefits

• Paid time off available on day one for eligible hires.
• Options for free health insurance.
• Potential eligibility for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, with monthly payments of $167 up to $10,000 toward loan principal.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development through hands-on training and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

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