Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) - Des Moines, IA
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides reproductive and sexual health services and routine health center support within the scope of RN licensure, under the direct supervision of the Health Center Manager. The role includes patient assessment and care, lab work, contraceptive services, unbiased education, inventory support, and assistance to clinicians. Nurses provide excellent customer service and support Planned Parenthood North Central States’ mission to advance and protect sexual and reproductive healthcare for all. Other related duties may be assigned to support health center operations. This is a per diem position scheduled for 32 hours per month at the Des Moines, Iowa health center. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. The position is hourly, non-exempt, and represented by SEIU. Pay depends on experience and qualifications; no salary range is provided.
Requirements
- Active RN license in the state where applying.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate for healthcare providers.
- Hepatitis B vaccination records.
- Measles, Mumps, and Rubella vaccination records or proof of immunization.
- Tuberculosis PPD skin test no older than 12 months.
Responsibilities
- Interview and screen patients; review patient histories; document care in the electronic medical record; prepare patients for examinations and procedures; assess, address, or triage complaints; and monitor vital signs.
- Perform routine laboratory tests, including venipuncture; communicate results; process incoming lab results; and ensure appropriate follow-up.
- Provide factual patient education, including explanations of FDA-approved birth control methods and unbiased instruction on patients’ selected methods.
- Provide non-directive information and supporting materials about options in the event of an unintended pregnancy, based on patient needs.
- Provide factual, unbiased information about abortion and explain the differences between medication and surgical abortion.
- Refer patients according to protocol, perform follow-up functions, and ensure complete care-plan documentation.
- Follow federal, state, and local laws concerning mandated reporting, abortion and healthcare services, and HIPAA.
- Provide contraceptive supplies and medications, including injectables; perform venipuncture; and manage medical emergencies according to PPNCS protocols.
- Maintain clinic and contraceptive supply inventory, including ordering, stocking, and tracking as assigned.
- Communicate PPNCS protocols, policies, and procedures to clinicians and staff as appropriate, and keep clinic manuals up to date.
- Maintain knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply them to patient and clinic services.
- Supervise nursing functions as delegated by the Health Center Manager or a clinician/physician.
- Participate in onboarding new employees and cross-training established employees.
- Collaborate with and provide coverage at health centers in assigned neighborhoods as needed.
- Perform ultrasound medical services in accordance with PPNCS Medical Standards and Guidelines.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST).
- Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan.
- Employee discounts on electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell, and other retailers.
- Start-date flexibility.
- Comprehensive paid training, with flexibility in weekly hours during training.
- Shift differentials for weekend, evening, float/travel, bilingual, and ultrasound work.
- Travel reimbursement.
- Schedules provided six weeks in advance.
- Option to pick up additional shifts, including at locations other than the home clinic.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
