Registered Nurse (RN)

Western North Carolina Community Health Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid holidays

PTO (Vacation & Sick)

No weekend work

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Western North Carolina Community Health Services in Marion, NC is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to join our primary care team. You will provide patient-centered care, health promotion, and chronic disease management in a community clinic.

The role emphasizes collaboration with clinicians, vaccination administration, triage, and health equity, with competitive benefits and salary range $65k–$85k depending on experience and credentials.

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina RN license.
• BSN or ADN nursing degree.
• Strong communication and EMR proficiency.
• Certification: BLS/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Clinical assessments & procedures including immunizations, wound care, and injections.
• Chronic disease management and patient education.
• Administrative duties: document histories, manage records, coordinate care.
• Provide over-the-phone and in-person triage.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical assessment

EMR proficiency

Team-based care

Education

BSN or ADN

Tools

EMR software

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE (RN)- Primary Care

Are you passionate about advancing health equity and delivering patient-centered care to underserved communities?
Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) provides patient-centered, team-based primary care to residents of Western North Carolina. We are looking for a full-time (40 hours per week) RN to join our growing team!
The Clinic Nurse provides coverage for our

McDowell Health Center, 136 Creekview Ct, Marion, NC 28752

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care

The clinic nurse delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care, in collaboration with the healthcare team, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic illness management. Key responsibilities include patient assessments, administering vaccinations and routine medications, managing chronic conditions, performing screenings, and patient education. The clinic nurse assists with walk-in and phone triage.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

1. Clinical Assessments & Procedures: Conducting physical exams, measuring vital signs, wound care, ear syringing, and administering immunizations/injections, completing co-visits with medical providers
2. Chronic Disease Management: Monitoring and managing conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and hypertension, including medication adjustments based on protocols, and counseling.
3. Patient Education & Counseling: Providing guidance on healthy lifestyles, managing illnesses, and preventive health measures.
4. Administrative & Coordination: Documenting medical histories, managing patient records, and coordinating care with other specialists.
5. Triage: Providing over-the-phone and in person triage to assess patient needs

Miscellaneous

1. Participates and/or leads quality improvement activities
2. Maintain current knowledge of clinical best practices, guidelines, and evidence-based standards, and integrate them into daily nursing practice.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina
• Degree: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or associate’s degree in nursing (ADN)
• Skills: Strong communication, clinical assessment skills, proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR), and the ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Certification: BLS /CPR Certified

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an outpatient setting.
• Familiarity with role of FQHC in the community.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Women’s Health/Prenatal experience

Work/ Benefits

• Competitive health plans for employees and dependents including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Telehealth
• Up to Two (2) Floating Holidays
• Up to Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
• No weekends, or holiday work required
• Accrued PTO based on 40 hrs/wk (156 hours 1st year)

Financial Health Benefits

• 403b Retirement Savings with Match
• Employer Paid AllyHealth Virtual Benefits and Life Insurance
• HRSA and Public Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Network

CAREER GROWTH BENEFITS:

• Monthly professional development opportunities
• Relias Learning Management System (LMS)
• Reimbursement for Continuing Education (CEUs)

Western North Carolina Community Health Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, services, programs or activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary- $65,000 to $85,000 depending on experience, degree, and certification.