About this opportunity
PeaceHealth lists this RN Clinic - PHMG Clinical Support opportunity in ketchikan, Alaska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a RN Clinic - PHMG Clinical Support for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position. The salary range is $44.27 – $71.09. Hiring rate and bonus may be available depending on experience.
Description
Provides professional nursing care to patients in the clinic/outpatient setting in compliance with professional practice standards. Promotes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach toward patients, families, and all members of the care delivery team.
Essential Functions
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care needs.
Conduct patient triage, counsel patients, provide patient education, take histories, administer medications, change dressings, clean wounds and monitor vital signs.
Document patient care in the healthcare record according to established standards.
Ensure own professional effectiveness through education and professional development.
Participate in development and maintenance of policies, procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection prevention programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
Required: Accredited School of Nursing.
Experience
Preferred: 1 year of RN experience.
Credentials
Required: Registered Nurse in state of practice.
Required: Basic Life Support upon hire.
Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support upon hire.
Skills
Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment.
Basic computer skills including MS Office applications.
Effective prioritization skills.
Ability to provide health education to patients, staff and community.
Knowledge of Medicare, JCAHO, DNV & HCFA regulations pertaining to ambulatory care.
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
Working Conditions
Lifting
Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment.
Fine motor skills required for medical equipment and precise procedures.
Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force.
Hands on CPR at least 20 minutes using 100-125 lbs. of force, seldom or occasionally.
Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
Bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling frequently.
Lifting non-patient up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.
Environmental Conditions
Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
Mental/Visual
Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Benefits
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. Competitive & comprehensive total rewards package includes full medical/dental/vision coverage, 403b retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions, paid time off, employer‑paid life and disability insurance, tuition and continuing education reimbursement, wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
EEO Statement
EEO and affirmative action employer: Vets/Disabled, in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
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Worksite address
ketchikan, AK, 99901, US
Who can apply
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