RN Clinic (per diem)

Mosaic Community Health•Bend, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Clinic is a licensed registered nurse who delivers direct patient care, care coordination, and health education in an ambulatory community health clinic. The role collaborates with providers and the interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients across the lifespan. It performs clinical procedures, manages acute and chronic conditions, and supports population health initiatives, with an emphasis on patient advocacy, evidence-based practice, quality, and safety in the outpatient environment. The position may provide coverage at other clinic sites and approved community-based locations, including patient homes as appropriate. Local travel is required. The RN maintains accurate and confidential electronic health records, communicates abnormal results and treatment plans according to provider protocols, and supports clinic operations, staff training, and quality improvement. Mosaic Community Health is an innovative health system serving insured and uninsured patients regardless of age, ethnicity, or income. Its holistic approach incorporates behavioral health, pharmacy, and nutrition support. The organization describes its team as dedicated, mission-centered, and dynamic, and highlights work/life balance and Central Oregon’s outdoor recreation opportunities. A benefit package is mentioned, but its specific benefits are not listed.

Requirements

Associates degree.
Current, unrestricted Oregon RN license.
BLS/CPR certification.
Valid Oregon State driver’s license.
Superior nursing process skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal, telephone, and interpersonal communication skills.
Familiarity or experience with client interactions by telephone.
Knowledge of community resources.
Basic typing and computer skills and comfort with Microsoft Windows.
Minimum two years of RN clinical experience in acute or ambulatory care is preferred.
Care coordination experience in an ambulatory setting is preferred.
Experience with nurse-led patient visits, such as diabetes and chronic disease education or anticoagulation management, is preferred.
For the Pediatric RNCC designation, experience working with pediatric patients is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Experience with electronic health records; EPIC experience is a plus.
Fluency in Spanish.
Involvement with quality improvement processes.
Knowledge of health insurance plans, standard office policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements including CLIA and OSHA standards.
Care coordination experience in an ambulatory setting.
Experience in nurse-led patient visits, including diabetes and chronic disease education or anticoagulation management.
For the Pediatric RNCC designation, experience working with pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, obtain patient histories, monitor vital signs, and provide direct care within scope of practice and current competencies, including in-person and telephone triage.
Administer prescribed medications, immunizations, and treatments; provide wound care; assist with minor procedures; and manage urgent walk-in triage.
Conduct nurse-led visits for chronic disease management, women’s health, anticoagulation, and preventive care, including medication reconciliation for moderate- and high-risk patients.
Use standing orders and the nursing process to support scheduled nurse-led visits, including education and care for diabetes and other chronic diseases, pregnancy and women’s health, anticoagulation, and wound care.
Participate in or lead team huddles, support care planning and communication, and serve as a clinical resource for care team members.
Provide individualized and group education to patients and families on chronic and acute conditions, preventive health, medication management, lifestyle changes, and health maintenance; use motivational interviewing and coaching to support goal-setting and self-management.
Conduct patient outreach and follow-up as directed; coordinate evidence-based care for complex and high-risk patients; and collaborate with primary care providers, specialists, and community partners to support continuity and quality of care.
Provide coverage at other clinic sites and approved locations, including patient homes and community-based sites as appropriate; follow service scope and safety protocols. Local travel is required.
Maintain timely, accurate, and confidential electronic health records; document interactions; communicate abnormal laboratory results and treatment plans according to provider protocols; and liaise among patients, providers, and the care team.
Follow infection-control, safety, and regulatory standards; participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff training.
Model proficiency in patient care and clinic operations, prioritize clinical tasks to support operational efficiency, and assist with training and competency verification of support staff.