Registered Nurse (59671)

Circle the City; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle the City is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Midtown Medical Respite Center in Phoenix, AZ. The Registered Nurse plays a critical role in providing quality clinical services, including triaging patients and coordinating care with independent practitioners in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

This position involves comprehensive patient management, requiring effective communication and nursing competencies. Candidates must have a current Arizona RN license and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current Arizona RN license in good standing.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in outpatient clinic, public health care, urgent care or emergency department preferred.
• Understanding of substance and mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• Triage health center patients and make clinically sound decisions.
• Effectively manage patient flow through timely rooming and intake procedures.
• Administer immunizations and medications as ordered and document in EHR.

Skills

Intravenous (IV) therapy

Phlebotomy

Basic nursing knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Accredited school of nursing with Arizona RN license

Job description

Job Location: Midtown Medical Respite Center - Phoenix, AZ 85013

Summary of Position

The Registered Nurse provides quality clinical services to patients receiving care at Circle the City. The Registered Nurse is a critical member of the patient care team who is responsible for making clinical decisions related to the triage of patients and prioritization of care, coordinating day-to-day clinical operations, planning care in partnership with licensed independent practitioners, implementing various treatments and evaluating the delivery of care within the established regulatory guidelines and licensed nursing practice standards. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Essential Duties

• Triage health center patients and make clinically sound decisions for prioritization of patients with urgent or high risk need via both face‑to‑face and telephonic assessments.
• Effectively manage patient flow by timely rooming of patients from the waiting room and completing intake procedures, vital signs, patient history, chief complaint, allergies, etc.
• Proactively implement standing provider orders as indicated by patient complaint.
• Assist provider with exams and minor procedures as requested.
• Administer immunizations and medications as ordered by the provider and document accordingly in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Perform office testing and treatments as ordered by provider. Collect, prepare, and transport specimens for laboratory testing including phlebotomy and document in the EHR.
• Follow universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed.
• Thoroughly document all services rendered in the EHR.
• Coordinate inbound requests related to medication refills, test results, critical labs, referrals, etc., as an extension of the assigned provider.
• Partner with providers to achieve quality improvement goals by monitoring relevant population health metrics and proactively implementing necessary tests, labs, screenings, etc.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment of care through appropriate cleaning and sterilization and disinfection of medical equipment, exam rooms, and other areas requiring routine sterilization.
• Monitor the quality of the housekeeping function to ensure a safe environment.
• Monitor supply levels and expiration dates of clinic inventory and process periodic supply orders to address low inventory or out-of-date supplies.
• Monitor assigned EHR workflow and work with Practice Manager to identify any incomplete orders by the provider.
• Perform procedures and treatments as ordered, including, but not limited to, wound care, small‑volume nebulizer (SVN) treatments, oxygen, electrocardiogram (ECG), and assisting providers with procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records.
• Other duties as presented by supervisor and/or directors.

Qualifications

Basic Knowledge and Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current Arizona RN license in good standing.
• Certified in intravenous (IV) therapy, phlebotomy, and BLS.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in outpatient clinic, public health care, urgent care or emergency department preferred.
• Competent in basic nursing knowledge of illnesses and treatments.
• Understanding of substance and mental health issues.
• Computer proficiency, including ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information and use electronic health records.
• Excellent communication skills.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Position requires extended periods of sitting and standing.
• Position requires regular bending and reaching, including transfer of patients.
• Must be able to lift, carry and push 20 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Able to adapt to rapid, unpredictable workflow.
• Able to focus on work at hand with attention to detail.
• Ability to work with difficult patients and those with mental illness.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All resumes will be reviewed for education and experience. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.