Rn Jobs in Los Angeles, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• RN: Associate of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing by AACN, BSN preferred
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license from the Massachusetts State Board of Registration
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• 1 year professional nursing experience (ED, urgent care, or ambulatory/primary care setting) or comparable experience
• Maintain and enhance professional nursing skill and knowledge by attending continuing education programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, organizational abilities, computer experience, and the ability to work within a collaborative team setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – bi-lingual helpful
• Proficiency in computer skills including EPIC, Outlook, Microsoft office, OneDrive etc.
• Excellent judgment and ability to solve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a team member and independently.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.
• LPN: Certificate of graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing program at an accredited U.S. school of nursing
• Current and unrestricted Massachusetts LPN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• 1 year professional nursing experience (ED, urgent care, or ambulatory/primary care setting) or comparable experience
• Maintain and enhance professional nursing skill and knowledge by attending continuing education programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, organizational abilities, computer experience, and the ability to work within a collaborative team setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – bi-lingual helpful
• Proficiency in computer skills including EPIC, Outlook, Microsoft office, OneDrive etc.
• Excellent judgment and ability to solve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as a team member and independently.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake on walk-ins to identify need for urgent care
• Assist in triaging patient telephone calls
• Prioritize patient needs based on the severity of their condition.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers, including physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals, to develop and implement care plans.
• Assist with coordination of referrals and follow-up appointments with the assistance of the referral department.
• Ensure smooth transitions of care between different settings, such as from hospital to home.
• Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and preventive measures.
• Provide the best patient experience possible; address patient’s concern and questions, explain procedures, testing, and diagnosis thoroughly
• Educate patient in the proper use of medical equipment, prescribed regimens and other nursing care regimens
• Educate patients on proper medication use and adherence.
• Maintain patient records with accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) in accordance with OCHS policies
• Document all care provided and any changes in patient condition.
• Implement orders for EKG’s, dressing changes, suture removal, ear lavages, splinting, injections, IV insertion, and IV infusions under the direction of a clinician.
• Obtain required patient specimens and perform or request diagnostic laboratory tests
• Participate in population health initiatives and screenings.
• Provide counseling on lifestyle changes to prevent illness and manage chronic conditions.
• Participate in quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and care processes.
• Mentor and support other nursing staff and healthcare team members.
• May be required to pick up Saturday shifts as needed to support clinic coverage
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide critical care support.
• Participate in disaster preparedness and response activities.

Benefits

• Full Time