Registered Nurse (Arleta)

El Proyecto Del Barrio; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 91,326 - 114,158; Full time

Job summary

El Proyecto Del Barrio in Los Angeles seeks a full-time Registered Nurse to assist in the examination and treatment of clinic patients. Responsibilities include conducting routine tests, providing education, and managing patient records. Candidates must be licensed in California and preferably bilingual in English and Spanish.

Join a dynamic team in a culturally diverse environment that values professionalism and patient care.

Qualifications

• High level of professionalism, patient service, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task while maintaining quality standards.
• Knowledge of general pharmacology and preventative medicine.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the examination and treatment of patients in the clinic.
• Draw blood, give injections, and administer medications.
• Provide education on preventative care and family planning.

Skills

Professionalism

Patient service

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of chronic disease management

Ability to communicate

Microsoft applications

eClinicalWorks

Education

Completion of a registered nursing program

6 months to 1 year of related experience

Job description

Job Details

Location: Arleta Family Health Care Clinic – Arleta, CA 91331

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $91,326.00 – $114,158.00

Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred

JOB SUMMARY

This position will assist in the examination and treatment of patients in the clinic.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet with patients in a clinic setting to assist in performing routine tests for the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients.
• Identify health status by taking health histories, observing signs and systems, taking vital signs, and preparing patients for the doctor to examine.
• Report to the physician any changes in the patient’s physical and emotional condition.
• Assist in epidemiological investigations, including names of communicable disease contacts and making referrals for tests and medical care.
• Draw blood, give injections, administer and read skin tests, administer immunizations and vaccinations, and administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Provide education on preventative care and family planning.
• Participate in the supervision and training of aides and volunteers.
• Assist with medical supply inventory and orders.
• Keep current and accurate records.
• Interact professionally with the patient and the patient’s family or representatives.
• Consider patient cultural, psychological, social, and environmental factors.
• Respond to medical emergencies as needed.
• Participate as a PCMH Care Team Member and perform the following:
  • Prepares for, attends, and participates in team meetings and huddles.
  • Collaborates in developing team priorities, patient goals, and care plans.
  • Active in patient education, goal setting, self‑management teaching and coaching, and behavior change.
  • Medication reconciliation and education.
  • Utilizes standing orders when indicated.
  • Chronic disease management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High level of professionalism, patient service, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of common medical conditions and chronic disease management.
• Knowledge of general pharmacology and preventative medicine.
• Ability to perform duties skillfully and effectively.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications and eClinicalWorks (eCW) or similar.
• Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and multi‑task while maintaining quality standards.
• Ability to positively represent the organization.
• Ability to work in culturally and racially diverse populations and in lower socioeconomic conditions.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Successful completion of a registered nursing program.
• 6 months to 1 year of related experience.

CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSURE / LANGUAGE

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of California under the scope of work of the California Board of Registered Nursing.
• Must be able to pass required pre‑employment health and background screening.
• BLS/CPR certified.
• Must provide proof of required vaccinations by federal, state, and local funding sources.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Walking, talking, sitting, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 10 pounds; hand and wrist dexterity to utilize a computer.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER