Urgent Care Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• State license as a practical nurse (LPN).
• Prior experience placing and monitoring IVs.
• For Maine and New Hampshire only, IV certification.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; CPR, ACLS, and online-only classes are not accepted.
• Ability to work three 12-hour shifts per week for full-time employment, including at least four shifts per month on a Saturday or Sunday.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability, if needed, to work at a minimum of three other ConvenientMD locations within one hour of the primary clinic.
• Ability to travel for training shifts, which may take place outside the primary clinic within a one-hour commute.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, and experience with or ability to learn Experity and other business systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of patient triage experience in an urgent care or emergency department.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients by taking vital signs, documenting medical histories, and conducting observational examinations to identify immediate healthcare needs.
• Assist with patient examinations by preparing necessary equipment and documentation and supporting providers during testing and procedures.
• Perform diagnostic procedures, including vision and hearing tests, drug screens, breath alcohol testing, and spirometry.
• Perform point-of-care tests, including strep, flu, RSV, SARS-CoV-2, glucose, lipid panel, and urinalysis.
• Perform ECGs, use AEDs, administer nebulizer treatments and oxygen, assess and treat wounds, provide immunizations, and administer medications in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Assist with patient inquiries, communicate test results, and explain medication or therapy plans.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records, including patient histories and treatment details.
• Observe and report changes in patient conditions and take necessary action.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical instruments and equipment in accordance with organizational policies.
• Keep the workspace stocked and sterile to support clinic operations.
• Coordinate patient care with clinical team members and communicate patient information and updates to providers and other healthcare professionals.
• Welcome and support the training of new clinic team members.

Benefits

• Urgent care services at no cost to team members and their families.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Optional pet insurance.
• 401(k) match after one year of service.
• Access to primary care, depending on location.
• Educational Alliance with Purdue University Global and reduced tuition rates for team members and their families.
• Rewards and discounts on hotels, travel, entertainment, restaurants, and other services and products.
• Collaborative team environment that encourages professional growth.