Per-Diem Registered Nurse

Hope Christian Health Center•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care and clinical support within Hope Christian Health Center's Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and Recuperative Care Center (RCC) environments. The RN serves patients recovering from acute illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization who require short-term medical respite services. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive assessments, administering treatments and medications, coordinating care, promoting disease prevention and health education, and collaborating with providers and interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. The RN supports quality improvement initiatives, assists in reducing hospital readmissions through effective care coordination and patient education, and demonstrates Hope Christian Health Center's mission, values, and commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. This is a Per Diem Position, open to Day and Night Shifts.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Nevada.
Valid AHA Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.

Nice To Haves

Faith to believe that Hope is a ministry of God, exemplifying the love of Christ, and held and directed by the Holy Spirit.
Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10-CM coding
Ability to operate general office machinery (computers, calculators, copy/fax machine, telephones, etc.)
Outstanding ability to build interpersonal relationships at all levels.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated passion for community health care.
Proven leadership, teambuilding, and organizational skills.
Proven ability to maintain integrity in a fast paced and high-demand environment.
Proven ability to manage performance goals.
Ability to interact with people from all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles; ability to understand and respond appropriately, effectively, and sensitively to special populations

Responsibilities

Always maintains a courteous and professional demeanor; greets individuals and patients
Provides accurate, detailed, and succinct messages to providers and staff
Completes patient evaluations and assessments
Assists with patient admissions and discharges
Starts and maintains IVs
Maintains PICC lines
Administers medications to patients
Daily charting (Progress notes/MAR)
Provides wound care
Obtains and records patient vital signs and evaluates results.
Venipuncture and collection of urine specimens
Administers injections and vaccinations
Performs CLIA-waived testing.
Medication reconciliation
Ostomy care
General patient education and coaching
Obtains patient consent/signature(s) when necessary
Takes orders from appropriate medical staff
Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following established standards, procedures, and applicable regulations.
Use appropriate precautions to prevent the spread of infection and disease.
Complies with HIPAA and protects patient information
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications
Maintains all BLS certifications and state licensure
Attends and actively participates in staff meetings
Promotes and demonstrates Hope values of: Gospel motivation, Prayer, Excellence, Stewardship, Patience, Thankfulness, Humility, Service, Dignity through Relationship and Hospitality and Joy
Always maintains the confidentiality of Hope Christian Health Center finances and patient-related information.
Performs all other duties as assigned
Ensures compliance with all 19 Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center Program Requirements.
Actively participate in and support quality improvement activities and clinical practice team efforts that emphasize the importance of individualized, patient-centered care.