RN-Resource

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin•Madison, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin. BETTER TOGETHER .9 FTE / 36 Hours per Week This position may have the possibility to work remote periodically up to once a week. This position is eligible for a $5,000 INCENTIVE for joining GHC! (Referral amounts prorated based on FTE) If you’re passionate about helping patients and making a positive difference every day, we’d love to hear from you—particularly if you communicate clearly, stay highly organized, and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. We’re looking for a RN to join our collaborative, patient-centered clinic team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting both clinical and administrative workflows to ensure high-quality care and a smooth patient experience. The Resource Registered Nurse (RN) position serves as a clinical resource within the ambulatory clinic through the provision of excellent ambulatory nursing care with a patient centered approach to all interactions. The Resource RN provides care that is patient and family centered, ethical, evidence-based, safe innovative, and compassionate. The Resource RN provides anticipatory guidance, patient education, telephone triage, and RN assistance. The incumbent serves as a backup to provide coverage in the absence of patient care team staff including the RN Team Coordinator and to assist when patient care team needs exceed team staffing resources. The Resource RN assesses patient needs, provides nursing care to meet patient care needs, acts as a resource to team patient care staff, and participates in departmental support functions. The Resource RN possesses strong clinical, educational, and advocacy skills. The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Clinic Manager. Provider staff may delegate activities to a Registered Nurse within the licensing and RN scope of practice within the state of Wisconsin. NOTE: This position is regularly exposed to blood borne pathogens, diseases, and cleaning/sterilization solutions.

Requirements

Current licensure as a registered nurse (RN) is required. Must be licensed in the State of Wisconsin OR hold a multistate license in a state in the licensure compact (eNLC).
Possession of or eligibility for a valid Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certificate is required. Employee must obtain certification within four (4) months of employment.
Ability to travel to various work sites is required. Employee is expected to provide personal transportation. Possession of a valid, Wisconsin driver license if the employee is operating a motor vehicle is required.
Knowledge of scientific nursing principles, methods, and techniques in an ambulatory setting as a basis for quality decision-making ability is required.
Current knowledge of and maintenance of nursing trends, techniques and certifications is required.
Participation in pertinent continuing education courses is required.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills are required.
Ability to perform a variety of clinical skills which may include but are not limited to IV Therapy, injections, allergy shots and wound care is required.
Ability to assist in procedures performed in clinics is required.
Ability to recognize and identify symptoms and problems, with good nursing assessment skills is required.
Ability to be resourceful and flexible in emergency situations is required.
Ability to review new trends and techniques and update knowledge base is required.
Ability to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care, treatments and follow-up is required.
Excellent verbal communication and listening skills both in-person and on the phone are required.
Excellent assessment skills and the ability to prioritize changing patient conditions is required.
Knowledge of interviewing practices and techniques used in order to gather information is required.
Ability to maintain quality, safety and /or infection control standards is required.
Excellent customer service and strong interpersonal skills are required.
Ability to be culturally sensitive and work with a diverse patient population is required.
Knowledge of and/or ability to learn and use computer-based applications such as MS Office, electronic medical record (EMR) systems and scheduling applications is required.
Must type a minimum of 30 WPM with minimal errors.
Knowledge of medical records and appropriate documentation is required.
Basic understanding or ability to learn about reimbursement/insurance practices for medical care is required.
Ability to maintain good working relationships with patients and staff is required.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality is required. Knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
Ability to work as member of a team and maintain good working relationships with staff and patients is required.
Good organizational skills in the delivery of clinical care are required.
Ability to remain calm and be resourceful in emergency situations is required.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times is required.
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel and crouch is required.
Ability to bend, reach, lift, pull, push and/or carry up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally is required.
Ability to stand and sit for prolonged periods of time is required.
Ability to continuously stand and transport, with occasional sitting is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required.
A minimum of (1) year of professional nursing experience is highly preferred.
Experience working in an ambulatory or clinic setting is preferred and will be evaluated if not in a professional nursing role.
Experience with Epic Care EMR is desirable.

Responsibilities

Serves as a clinical resource within the ambulatory clinic through the provision of excellent ambulatory nursing care with a patient centered approach to all interactions.
Provides care that is patient and family centered, ethical, evidence-based, safe innovative, and compassionate.
Provides anticipatory guidance, patient education, telephone triage, and RN assistance.
Serves as a backup to provide coverage in the absence of patient care team staff including the RN Team Coordinator and to assist when patient care team needs exceed team staffing resources.
Assesses patient needs, provides nursing care to meet patient care needs, acts as a resource to team patient care staff, and participates in departmental support functions.
Possesses strong clinical, educational, and advocacy skills.
Works under the general supervision of the Clinic Manager.
Provider staff may delegate activities to a Registered Nurse within the licensing and RN scope of practice within the state of Wisconsin.
Regularly exposed to blood borne pathogens, diseases, and cleaning/sterilization solutions.