Nurse (Rn/Lpn) | Quickcare

Job Duties:

• Triage QuickCARE walk-in patients to assess urgency and needs
• Possess knowledge of QuickCARE clinic services and provider requirements
• Collaborate with the Gritman Emergency Department for best practices and care continuity
• Coordinate nursing activities, including collaboration with physicians and other departments
• Identify priorities for patient care management
• Understand the responsibilities of all nursing roles for effective staff assignments
• Delegate unit and patient responsibilities to clinical staff based on their qualifications, following Idaho's nursing regulations
• Use communication theories and techniques in negotiations with patients, families, and staff to achieve care goals
• Routinely check and update the accuracy and completeness of patient care plans
• Contrast and evaluate patient behaviors and conditions against care plan goals
• Assist in establishing patient care criteria for quality improvement programs
• Check equipment functionality
• Ensure patient safety in compliance with Rural Health Clinic Accreditation standards
• Audit patient medical records for completeness and accuracy of care documentation
• Implement corrective measures for any deficiencies in the quality of care administered

Benefits offered:

• Comprehensive Health Care Coverage: Enjoy access to top-tier medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, all conveniently provided through our extensive network of trusted local providers.
• Secure Retirement Plans: Participate in our Roth/401k retirement plans with employer matching, securing your financial future and retirement goals.
• Championing Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible schedules and a supportive environment that values your well-being, allowing you to maintain a healthy balance between work and life.
• Invest in Your Future: Take advantage of our generous educational and tuition reimbursement programs, supporting your continuing education and pursuit of higher degrees.
• Time Off Benefits: Ample time off, providing you with the necessary time to recharge and attend to personal and family needs.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: As a non-profit organization, time spent at Gritman Medical Center qualifies you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Rewarding Excellence: Earn extra compensation for achieving advanced credentials and specialized certifications, demonstrating your commitment to professional growth and expertise.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive competitive market-based pay that recognizes your skills and experience.
• Family Friendly Amenities: Access our convenient childcare facility, ensuring peace of mind and convenience for working parents.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Engage in on-site classes, seminars, and skills fairs to enhance your knowledge and skills, fostering continuous growth and advancement.

Requirements:

• Education: Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing with at least an AS in Nursing.

• Licenses/Certifications: Must be a Licensed Practical or Registered Nurse in Idaho or possess a compact state license.

• Required Skills and Abilities:

• Critical thinking skills

• Flexibility

• Ability to work effectively in a team

• Self-motivation

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work under high pressure

• Effective time management for self and others

• Preferred Qualifications: Associates of Science in Nursing (ASN) preferred.

Functional Demands:

• Populations Served:

• Serves all age groups: neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

• Includes all genders, races, ethnicities, sociopolitical and demographic groups, various marital statuses and sexual preferences, developmental and physical abilities, religions, and nationalities.

• Populations may have impairments affecting any or all body systems and senses.

• Physical Demands:

• Considerable patient lifting, positioning, and transferring.

• Prolonged standing or walking.

• Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

• Requires good manual and finger dexterity.

• Visual requirements include the ability to see near and far, depth perception, color differentiation, and focusing ability.

• Essential hearing, speech, and sense of touch.

• Occasional repetitive motion activities.

• Environmental Conditions:

• Regular exposure to bloodborne and other infectious diseases.

• Contact with patients in varied conditions.

• Possible exposure to patient elements like accidents, injuries, and illnesses.

• Faces varying and unpredictable situations, including potentially violent or angry patients and families.

• Work in emergency and crisis situations.

• Occasionally works irregular hours or shifts.

• Frequently manages multiple demands and tasks simultaneously.