RN or LPN (Internal Applicants Only)

About the position

Hunter Health provides all-encompassing care for the Wichita community, including medical, dental, behavioral, vision, laboratory, radiology and pharmacy services, all in one place. We pride ourselves in providing the support patients need to take control of their health and their whole wellbeing. Our Hunter Health team is at the heart of our operations. From the initial interaction with a new patient to empowering individuals with the knowledge to manage their health - it begins with each member of our staff. Regardless of role or responsibility, every team member is a valuable part of living our mission and upholding our positive work environment with our Standards of Culture. We exist to improve the health and wellbeing of everyone in our community. Schedule : 36 - 40 hours per week. Full Time Benefits : 20 days of PTO per year, plus 10 paid holidays. Employer-paid Benefits include: Basic life insurance Short-term disability Long term disability Employee Assistance Program with 12 free sessions per year Optional Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Supplemental life insurance Accident and critical illness insurance Identity Theft Insurance 401k with Safe Harbor Plan match Summary: The Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides quality care in collaboration with Medical Providers, Integrated Care Consultants, and Medical Assistants. The RN or LPN supports the Nurse Clinic Manager to provide quality medical care to all Hunter Health Clinic (HHC) patients while maintaining compliance with all federal grants, OSHA, Kansas State Board of Nursing, and HHC policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Assists Medical Providers, other Nurses, and Medical Assistants with patient care.
  • Sets up patient rooms, tray and patient themselves for exams by what the visit entails.
  • Follows all processes and procedures during patient visits, including capturing vitals, perform procedures and follow-up, and administer medication as requested by provider.
  • Completes all documentation on patients for historical information, vaccinations, chief complaints, procedures, patient encounters, phone calls, referrals, education, medication, and follow-ups.
  • Assists with monitoring inventory and keeping the storage supply closet organized.
  • Follows all infection prevention protocols including handwashing, cleaning of the exam rooms, monitoring biohazard disposal receptables and sharps containers.
  • Completes all communication with patients and medication requests within HHC expected timeframes.
  • Completes all internal processing forms accurately.
  • Assists with managing quality and productivity standards.
  • Adheres to the Hunter Health Process focusing on schedule utilization, jockeying, 30-second reports, and other patient procedures.
  • Travels when necessary to meet operational needs.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing is required.
  • Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Kansas is required.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, within 30 days of hire.
  • 1-3 years of experience in healthcare is required.
  • Listens, identifies, and responds quickly and effectively to internal and external needs.
  • Communicates effectively with all patients.
  • Displays organizational skills, the ability to multi-task, and uses time and resources effectively.
  • Displays good judgment and decision-making skills.
  • Effectively collaborates and seeks clarification and confirms accuracy as needed.
  • Utilizes teamwork to achieve desired results and contributes to projects while developing positive working relationships.
  • Pursues goals with commitment and shows initiative.
  • Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and reliability; manages time and priorities; develops and follows work procedures.
  • Evaluates own performance and accepts constructive feedback to continue learning.
  • Ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in a community health center is preferred.
  • Bilingual abilities are preferred, but not required.

Benefits

  • 20 days of PTO per year, plus 10 paid holidays.
  • Basic life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program with 12 free sessions per year
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Accident and critical illness insurance
  • Identity Theft Insurance
  • 401k with Safe Harbor Plan match
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