Registered Nurse (RN)

Ppgreatplains; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 43,187 - 61,509; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus of $2,500 after 60 days

Paid Time Off including vacation and sick leave

Parental Leave after 12 months

Job summary

Ppgreatplains in Pittsburgh seeks a compassionate nurse to provide quality care in abortion services. The role involves supportive nursing duties, patient education, and adherence to confidentiality.

Ideal candidates will possess a nursing degree and a compact RN license. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $38, paid parental leave after one year, and ample PTO with several paid holidays.

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Qualifications

• Experience with electronic medical records systems required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in clinical setting preferred.
• Prior experience with sonography preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients seeking abortion care.
• Support and enhance clinical and operational activities.
• Perform ultrasounds for surgery patients and monitor recovery.

Skills

Bilingual

Compassionate care

Electronic medical records

Critical thinking

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Compact RN license for Kansas and Missouri

BLS certification

Tools

Epic

Job description

Overview

Planned Parenthood Great Plains has provided access to sexual and reproductive health care since 1935. The high-quality, expert, and compassionate care we provide is shown through our empathetic and supportive staff members. Past challenges, and those we face today, have served only to solidify PPGP’s commitment to our patients and the community. We continue to reflect on the progress we have made over the last eight decades and look forward to continuing our efforts to secure a world of informed reproductive freedom. Join our dedicated team and "Care. No matter what."

Job Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to patients seeking abortion care.
• Support and enhance clinical and operational activities within the scope of knowledge, experience and training with a focus on quality, efficiency, and patient confidentiality.
• Provide support to providers in all clinic areas including intake, patient education, diagnostic ultrasound services, lab, pre‑op, post‑op/recovery, utility rooms and discharge.
• Prepare patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examination room which has been prepped with supplies, instruments and equipment; verify patient information, record medical history, take vital signs, confirm purpose of visit, and review medications and allergies.
• Support patient care delivery by assisting health care providers during examinations.
• As ordered by providers, prepare laboratory specimens; perform basic laboratory tests on the premises; conduct tests according to CLIA standards and adhere to OSHA regulations when handling biological matter; carry out provider orders regarding patient care; facilitate dispensing of medications, birth control and controlled substances as directed by a physician.
• Perform ultrasounds for surgery patients, medical patients, and patients undecided about surgery, as well as medical follow‑up ultrasound testing; observe screen during the scan to ensure the image produced is satisfactory for gestational purposes, adjusting equipment as required; complete written documentation for use in medical treatment.
• Perform nursing duties in patient assessment, surgery, and recovery; monitor pre‑ and post‑surgical patients in the recovery area, focusing on their medical and emotional needs.
• Educate patients regarding post‑operative instructions, contraception, and follow‑up exams; provide clients with accurate information regarding PPGP services, including questions pertaining to contraception, options, and funding sources; utilize referral resources effectively, as needed.
• Inventory ultrasound room and recovery area supplies; inform Health Center Manager of stock levels; keep ultrasound and emergency equipment in good order by following operating instructions and notifying Health Center Manager if repairs or maintenance is needed.
• Maintain patient data in EMR/EHR and adhere to documentation standards to support efficient claims processing.
• Perform follow‑up duties on laboratory results and after patient procedures via letters and phone conversations.
• Participate in the rotating on‑call program to ensure patient questions and concerns are addressed when health centers are closed.
• Adhere to PPGP goals and policies regarding professionalism, minimizing patient wait time in the health center and on the phone, addressing patient complaints, and implementing patient satisfaction surveys following each visit.
• Maintain confidentiality of all PPGP information, patient non‑public personal information (NPI) and personal health information (PHI), as well as records directly or indirectly identifying any person currently or formerly receiving services from PPGP; comply with PPGP confidentiality policies and procedures.
• May have occasion to work at other health centers in the Kansas City Metro area.

Core Competencies

• Growth Mindset: People with a growth mindset believe that they can improve their skills and knowledge with effort, which they can apply to improving the organization’s patient care, financial performance and KPIs.
• Feedback: Regularly gives and receives feedback to improve individual, team, and organizational performance in a manner that creates a culture of trust.
• Resilience: Capacity to remain flexible in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors when faced with disruptions or extended periods of pressure, in order to emerge from difficulty stronger, wiser, and more able.
• Initiative: Takes proactive steps to improve personal, team, and organizational performance within the bounds of policies and procedures without waiting for direction.
• Analyzes Problems and Identifies Solutions: Uses critical thinking to assess challenges, consider diverse perspectives, and develop practical solutions.
• Coaches and Develops Talent: Shares experience, provides constructive feedback, and encourages reflection to maximize performance and realize potential; coaches, trains, and guides team members to foster learning and personal growth.
• Motivate Others: Conveys a sense of purpose and enthusiasm that engages others and creates an environment where people are inspired to do their best.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Demonstrates a commitment to equity and inclusion through observable behaviors, setting an example for others, and participating in affiliate initiatives; engages in personal and professional development on issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Lifts People Up: Encourages and empowers colleagues, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
• Collaborates with Others: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals through communication, valuing diverse perspectives, and contributing to collective success.
• Fosters Communication: Promotes open, honest communication to ensure clarity, trust, and alignment toward shared goals.
• Personal Accountability: Takes responsibility for actions, decisions, and performance to ensure reliability and support team success; acknowledges mistakes and takes steps to resolve them; follows through on commitments to colleagues and patients.
• Demonstrates Integrity: Values and attends to rules, policies, and procedures and adheres to formal codes of conduct and informal, yet widely accepted, social standards.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Compact RN license for Kansas and Missouri
• BLS certification
• Ability to work flexible hours, including Saturdays and evenings
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and maintain a professional posture
• Experience with electronic medical records systems required; prior working knowledge of Epic preferred
• Minimum of two years’ experience in clinical setting; prior experience in surgical setting preferred
• Minimum of one year women’s health care experience; prior experience with sonography preferred
• Travel throughout the affiliate as needed
• Bilingual a plus

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $38.00 per hour.
• Sign‑On Bonus: $2,500 after 60 days of successful employment.
• Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week, four 10‑hour days.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 112.5 hours vacation, 48 hours sick leave, 105 hours holidays (includes a full holiday week in December). Additionally, 13 paid holidays per year and one week of full holiday pay during winter holidays.
• Parental Leave: After 12 months of full‑time employment, eligible for paid parental leave: 100% base salary for 6 weeks.