Registered Nurse

Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health is seeking an RN to provide essential nursing care within LDCPH clinics, including health assessments, immunizations, and disease surveillance. The position requires an active Kansas RN license and ability to collaborate with detention and community partners to support youth health and continuity of care in a trauma-informed manner.

The role entails routine documentation, team collaboration, and engagement in community health activities to fulfill the

Qualifications

• Active RN license to practice in Kansas.
• Ability to interpret medical information and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in LDCPH clinics.
• Perform surveillance, investigation, reporting, and treatment of communicable diseases.
• Conduct STI tests and treatments per protocol.
• Administer medications and immunizations per protocol.
• Assist clinicians with examinations and patient communications.
• Document patient encounters and update records accurately.

Skills

Effective communicator

Verbal communication

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Independent worker

Driver's license

Medical terminology

Customer service

Technology literacy

Education

RN license (Kansas)

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Adobe products

Job description

Position Accountable to: Nurse Clinic Supervisor

Ex/Non-Ex (salary/hourly): Non-Exempt (hourly)

LDCPH Vision:

Leading change to advance health for all.

LDCPH Mission:

To create abundant and equitable opportunities for good health.

Position Mission:

Serve Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health by providing public health services to clients. Support the fulfillment of the organization’s mission and values.

Essential Job Functions

Provide services in assigned LDCHD clinics to include:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care, including social determinants of health, vital signs, health assessments
• Provide state mandated surveillance, investigation, reporting, and treatment of Communicable Diseases (CD) such as active and latent Tuberculosis (TB) infections etc.
• Visit types may include but not limited to family planning, STI testing and treatment, immunizations, Communicable Diseases (CD), sick visits
• Perform STI exams and treat clients for STI’s per protocol
• Performs minor procedures and treatments within the scope of a registered nurse and written protocol
• Administer and distribute medications/immunizations per protocol or as ordered by physician or APRN
• Assist clinicians with examinations, results, and phone calls.
• Perform, obtain, and handle laboratory tests, venipuncture, and measurements
• Provide laboratory results, phone calls, education, and record requests to clients as appropriate or requested
• Complete documentation of patient encounters regarding patient care, condition, treatment, or recommendations
• Prepare, label and package medications
• Provide on-site nursing and physical health services within the juvenile correctional facility, including intake health history reviews, required screenings, medication coordination, and ongoing health monitoring in accordance with applicable regulations and contractual requirements
• Collaborate with detention staff, LDCPH leadership, and external healthcare providers to support continuity of care for justice-involved youth using trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate practices
• Respond to phone calls from the public with accurate information
• Assume responsibility for client follow-up as indicated and necessary
• Assist with community outreach events
• Work among vulnerable populations (e.g. unhoused, LGBTQ, HIV)
• Cleaning and restocking clinic spaces
• Cross-train into other clinic programs and maintain flexibility to support a range of administrative, clinical, and outreach functions as LDCPH priorities evolve

Assure smooth operations of clinic as directed by Supervisor to include:

• Participate in stocking, inventory and ordering of supplies and cleaning clinic spaces
• Assist with clinic orientation and development of materials as assigned
• Maintain records and statistics and prepare reports as assignedReview and update program procedures and policies assigned

Represent LDCPH to the community and other key stakeholders to include:

• Work with students during clinical rotation to ensure understanding of the public health’s essential function in the community
• Provide and participate in health education presentations and activities
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key stakeholders

Perform general responsibilities as part of the job requirements listed above, including, but not limited to:

• Maintain an understanding of the various processes and procedures of the position
• Work collaboratively with LDCPH staff to maintain a team environment and accomplish the tasks necessary to serve and support the mission
• Uphold and support LDCPH policies and values ensuring solid ethical standards are practiced
• Maintain professional relationships and cordial interactions with LDCPH clients, community partners, staff and others
• Participate in continuous quality improvement efforts
• Comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations
• Ensure full confidentiality of protected health information
• Identify and implement solutions to problems in general seeking counsel as appropriate
• Cross train for other positions to cover when necessary
• Assume public health emergency role as necessary
• Attend meetings as required or requested
• Create, prepare and deliver documents and reports as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Performance Measurements

Achievement of objectives as outlined by leadership:

• Demonstrate professionalism at all times in working with other team members and the public
• Perform duties thoroughly, competently and accurately
• Effectively communicate results of medical tests/procedures to clients
• Maintain accurate and detailed reports and medical records
• Maintain and increase knowledge base to best serve Douglas County families
• Standards for quality and quantity of work are met
• Open to change while accepting and supporting management decisions
• Collaborative relationships are developed and maintained with clients, community partners, staff and others
• Arrive and depart from work timely per schedule

Education and Experience:

• Have and maintain an active RN license to practice in Kansas, required

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Effective communicator (verbal, written and body language)
• Listening skills and ability to interpret a variety of communications
• Business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Write concise and explanatory documents, proposals, and articles
• Interpret a variety of instructions either written, oral, diagram, schedule, or electronic formats
• Respect for and ability to respond to diverse and individual needs
• Detail oriented
• Work independently and be self-motivated
• Meet deadlines and work under pressure with little or no supervision
• Ability to problem solve with sound judgment
• Creativity, innovation and problem analysis and problem resolution at the functional level
• Computer Skills, including knowledge of software programs utilized (e.g. Microsoft Suite products, Adobe products, video conferencing, financial software, proprietary software, and others- required)
• Knowledge of general office equipment (copier, scanner, fax, etc.)Have and maintain a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
• Ability to respond to emergency situations

Physical Demands

• Lift and move items up to 40 lbs.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Bend, kneel and reach items as needed
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls
• Vision abilities for close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
• Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization’s physical premises as needed
• Employees may encounter the following while performing the functions of this job:
• Professional office setting with little discomfort due to such factors as noise, heat, dust, or other adverse factors
• Clinical environment with potential exposure to chemicals, blood borne pathogens, needle sticks and other standard clinical factors
• Exposure to weather conditions of extreme temperatures, chemicals, fumes, secondhand smoke, work safety hazards, dust, loud noises, darkness and tight spaces when performing duties off-site
• Business related travel and associated risks

This is a tobacco-free work environment, including all premises and wherever duties are performed.

This job description does not state nor imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the staff member holding this position. Staff are required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related responsibilities as requested by management.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. An individual seeking accommodation should contact human resources.

A job description is not intended to provide and does not create an employment contract. LDCPH maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.