Registered Nurse(Elk Ridge) - Winslow - Family Medicine

El Rio Community Health Center•Winslow, AZ

19h•$34 - $50

About The Position

Elk Ridge Community Health is seeking a dedicated, patient-focused Registered Nurse to support high-quality care, efficient patient flow, and clinical and operational needs in a fast-paced outpatient setting. The role supports the organization’s mission to provide comprehensive, quality health care that is affordable and accessible to people with healthcare needs, contributing to a world-class experience for staff and patients, healthier patients and employees, and positive financial results. The RN triages patients, supports intake and care-team communication, administers medications and vaccines, and provides patient education. The position also helps guide support staff, maintain clinic resources, meet safety and regulatory requirements, and maintain readiness for inspections. The nurse is expected to represent Elk Ridge Community Health professionally, support community health activities, use organizational resources cost-effectively, and keep skills current as systems and software change. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
Three years of hands-on patient-care nursing experience in a hospital or clinic setting.
Current Registered Nurse license in good standing from the Arizona Board of Nursing.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
A current, valid Level I fingerprint clearance card in good standing, or application for one within seven working days after beginning employment.
Reliable transportation capable of meeting operational reassignment needs during the workday.
If driving during work hours, a valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements.
Employees must undergo drug testing before employment and may be subject to post-accident, reasonable-suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification with an in-person component upon hire if working in Urgent Care.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills, including the ability to speak, read, and write in both languages.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered if directly related to the job’s functions and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Triage patients by phone or in person, assess symptoms, and follow established clinical protocols.
Support patient intake and flow, including rooming patients, collecting vital signs, and documenting in the EMR.
Administer medications and vaccines as ordered and monitor patient responses.
Prepare and collect lab specimens for in-house or external testing.
Process prescription refill requests according to protocol.
Provide health education and guidance to patients and families based on individual care plans.
Facilitate communication between patients and care teams using phone, portal, and EMR systems.
Supervise and provide clinical guidance to support staff as needed.
Help maintain inventory, clinic supplies, and medication stock.
Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, hazardous waste handling, and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with leadership to stay current on best practices and maintain inspection readiness.
Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
Understand and comply with Joint Commission Certification standards and related reporting requirements.
Represent Elk Ridge Community Health professionally and serve as a positive source of information for the community.
Participate in community events promoting good health and awareness of the organization’s services.
Participate in appropriate local, state, and national healthcare activities that maintain and enhance the organization’s image.
Use materials, supplies, and equipment cost-effectively and limit waste.
Accurately document hours worked and ensure documentation is signed off or approved in a timely manner.
Maintain proficiency with organizational operating systems and software, learning new skills as systems and programs change.
Perform other duties as assigned.