Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) - Des Moines, IA

Internal and External • Des Moines, IA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Planned Parenthood North Central States is hiring a per diem Registered Nurse for its Des Moines, Iowa health center. Under the direct supervision of the Health Center Manager, the RN performs routine duties in a reproductive and sexual health program within the scope of RN licensure. The role provides patient care and customer service while supporting health center operations, including patient history review, laboratory testing and processing, contraceptive supplies, unbiased education, inventory management, and assistance to clinicians. The RN advocates for the organization’s mission of advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all, and may perform other duties supporting health center operations as assigned.

This is an hourly, non-exempt position represented by SEIU, scheduled for 32 hours per month. The clinic is located at 2304 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The anticipated salary range depends on experience and qualifications; compensation is based on relevant work experience, required skills, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations.

Benefits include paid time off (PTO), Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST), participation in a 403(b) retirement plan, and employee discounts. The employer also offers start-date flexibility, paid training, travel reimbursement, schedules issued six weeks in advance, and the opportunity to pick up additional shifts, including at other locations. Shift differentials are offered for weekend, evening, float/travel, bilingual, and ultrasound work.

Applicants must have an active RN license in the state where they are applying and a current Basic Life Support certificate for healthcare providers. Immunization documentation is required for hepatitis B and MMR, or proof of MMR immunization, along with a tuberculosis PPD skin test no older than 12 months. Any job offer is contingent on the results of a background investigation. The position is part of the SEIU bargaining unit; depending on state law, union dues of up to 2.25% of gross pay are deducted from employee paychecks.

Requirements

• Active RN license in the state where applying.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate for healthcare providers.
• Hepatitis B vaccination records.
• MMR vaccination records or proof of immunization.
• Tuberculosis PPD skin test no older than 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Interview and screen patients; review patient histories, document in the electronic medical record, and prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Assess, address, or triage patient complaints and monitor vital signs.
• Perform routine laboratory tests, including venipuncture; communicate test results, follow up on lab reports, and process incoming lab results.
• Provide factual patient education and additional education in consultation with a clinician or physician assessment, including explanations of FDA-approved birth control methods.
• Give unbiased, specific instruction on the patient’s selected birth control method.
• Provide non-directive information about options in the event of an unintended pregnancy, supporting materials, and education suited to patient needs.
• Provide factual, unbiased information to patients seeking abortion, explain the difference between medication and surgical abortion, refer patients per protocol, perform follow-up, and document the care plan.
• Follow federal, state, and local laws and requirements relating to 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.
• Control clinic and contraceptive supplies inventory, including ordering, stocking, and tracking as assigned.
• Communicate PPNCS protocols, policies, and procedures to clinicians and staff as appropriate.
• Keep clinic manuals current, including clinic, laboratory, safety, and MS&G manuals.
• Maintain working 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 clinician/physician.
• Participate in onboarding new employees and cross-training established employees.
• Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods.
• Perform ultrasound medical services in accordance with PPNCS Medical Standards and Guidelines.
• Perform related work and other duties assigned to support health center operations.

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 for health services positions, including classroom instruction, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts.
• Shift differentials: $1.50/hour for weekend shifts, $3.00/hour for evening shifts, $4.00/hour for float/travel, $2.00/hour for bilingual work, and $3.00/hour for ultrasound.
• Travel reimbursement.
• Schedules provided six weeks in advance.
• Option to pick up additional shifts, including at locations other than the employee’s home clinic.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed