Registered Nurse - Maternal Fetal Medicine

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation • Valparaiso, IN

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the clinic setting provides high-quality patient care through routine nursing duties, clinical assessments, and collaboration with healthcare providers. The role includes administering treatments, performing diagnostic testing, triaging patient concerns, and delivering patient education. The RN demonstrates professionalism, ethical clinical behavior, and respect for patient rights while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations. Strong critical thinking, communication, and time management skills are essential.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of nursing experience in a clinical or outpatient setting.
• RN—Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
• BLS—Basic Life Support certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association required.
• Strong clinical knowledge and ability to assess, plan, and implement patient care.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and accurate documentation.
• Knowledge of infection control protocols, clinic safety standards, and quality improvement practices.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage complex patient care situations.
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Empathy, compassion, and professionalism in patient interactions.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS—Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients during intake, documenting symptoms, medical history, and medications in the electronic medical record; identify potential concerns and initiate appropriate care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments, including vaccines, oral medications, and inhalation therapies, in accordance with protocols and safety standards.
• Perform diagnostic ancillary testing such as lab draws and EKGs, and assist providers during medical and surgical procedures.
• Triage patient concerns by telephone or in person, providing recommendations or escalating concerns to the appropriate care team member.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members to support seamless care delivery and a positive patient experience.
• Create and deliver patient education on disease processes, treatment plans, and medication management.
• Maintain a sanitized clinical environment, follow infection control protocols, and properly dispose of hazardous materials.
• Review and update clinic logs, including sample, narcotics, expiration, refrigerator, and vaccine logs, in compliance with clinic policies.
• Coordinate follow-up care by responding to patient portal messages, returning phone calls, and addressing test results and medication refill requests by the end of each day.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans and advocate for patient health and well-being.
• Respond to emergencies or urgent clinical situations and mobilize appropriate resources and actions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery, patient outcomes, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• Licensure and certification reimbursement for eligible roles
• Student loan assistance for eligible roles
• Employee rewards and recognition programs
• Voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance

What This Job Offers

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