Registered Nurse

POSITION SUMMARY

Utilize professional nursing theory and the nursing process to implement, coordinate and direct patient care and auxiliary nursing care activities, using a community health center primary care model. 

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Communication – Possesses excellent communication skills, both interpersonal and written, and ability to work effectively with all levels of employees. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings; writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods. 
• Health Center Culture – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values; follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; follows instructions; responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Customer Service for Internal and External Customers/Patients – Manages difficult or emotional customer/patient situations; responds promptly to customer/patient needs; solicits customer/patient feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. 
• Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; maintains confidentiality per policy and regulations; fluent in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and job related software and computers; familiarity with social media, databases, and professional networks locally and nationally; uses resources effectively; pursues training and development opportunities; adapts to new technologies; keeps technical skills up to date. 
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics; adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans. 
• Quality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. 
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. 
• Teamwork – Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts. 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education or Formal Training & Experience

1. Registered Nurse with two (2) years’ experience in primary outpatient care preferred.   b. Current Colorado license. 
2. Current B.L.S. certification. 
3. Bi-lingual in English/Spanish preferred   

Requirements

1. Must pass a criminal background check.
2. Annual Flu vaccine required. Employer will provide.
3. Obtain PPD for tuberculosis (annually if provider).  Employer will provide.
4. Obtain vaccine records for MMR, Varicella, T-DaP, Hep B and COVID-19.  Employer will provide.

Knowledge, Skill & Ability: (include materials and equipment directly used)

1. Work experience as a Registered Nurse or similar role.
2. Familiarity with office equipment and security systems.
3. Hands on experience with Electronic Health Records System a plus.
4. Well-organized.

Physical Requirements and Workplace Environment: 

1. Requires long periods of sitting, telephone, and computer work. 
2. Requires ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds. 
3. Requires ability to use routine office equipment such as computer and telephone.
4. Requires sufficient near vision to be able to read documents and computer screen.
5. Requires ability to comprehend both oral and written communications.
6. OSHA Category II:  Tasks in which the normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue, but exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. 
7. HIPAA Classification: unrestricted Access: A workforce member with unrestricted access will have full access to patient’s protected health information, including the patient’s entire medical record, for patient care purposes. 

Additional Requirements

Perform such other duties or projects as determined by this position’s supervisor. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.