Registered Nurse (RN)
Elko, NV
As part of Walgreen's Health and Wellness division, Take Care Health Systems includes Take Care Consumer Solutions ( ), managers of convenient care clinics located at select Walgreen's drugstores nationwide, and Take Care Employer Solutions ( ), managers of worksite-based health and wellness services. The company combines best practices in healthcare and the expertise and personal care of our trusted community of providers to deliver access to high-quality, affordable and convenient healthcare to all individuals. We currently have an opportunity for a Full-Time Registered Nurse to join our Team! This person will be responsible for providing nursing care to client employees at the Golden Health Center in Elko, NV. Hours: MWF: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM TTH: 11:00 AM-8:00 PM Rotating Saturdays 9:00 AM-12:00PM
REGISTERED NURSE
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Reports To: Health Center Manager/Supervisor/Clinician
FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-exempt
Summary:
Provides nursing care to client employees and/or contractors and visitors to the health center.
Essential Functions:
Uses nursing skills to evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, and maintain patient flow
Conducts a nursing assessment by taking a patient history and physical assessment and by obtaining vital signs and other medical tests.
Provides treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law Collaborates with Physician or other Licensed Independent Practitioner to arrange for further medical treatment, when needed
Identifies equipment that needs repair and brings it to the attention of the lead clinician.
Performs occupational and health screening tests as defined in site contract (EKG, audiometry, spirometry, vision)
Conducts appropriate laboratory tests and quality control procedures Documents accurately all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications administered, discharge instructions provided, and follow up care arranged
Evaluates health education/promotion needs of patients and provides necessary training and instruction
Identifies emergency situations and provides care within legal scope of practice
Administers medications and medical treatments competently as directed by a Physician or Licensed Independent Practitioner
Maintains medical records (In some health centers it may be using Electronic Medical Record software)
Maintains a clean and safe environment.
Follows infection control procedures
Maintains patient privacy and confidential patient information Participates in follow up phone calls and follow up patient visits
Other duties as assigned
This job has no supervisory responsibilities
Required Qualifications:
Certificate from an accredited Nursing School or Associates' degree (A.S.) is required.
Bachelor's degree (BSN) from four-year college or university is preferred
At least three years experience as a Registered Nurse in an emergency room, occupational health clinic or other ambulatory care clinic
Currently licensed Registered Nurse in state of practice required Current certification in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for health care providers is required Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services
Knowledge of Internet software, Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and experience with Electronic Medical Records
Certification in Occupational Health Nursing, Certification in Emergency Nursing, or Certificate in Case Management Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations
Other Qualifications:
Requirements as set forth in the specific contract for the site may include working flexible hours including evenings, nights and weekends.
Travel for training may occasionally be required.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements Required Qualifications:
Certificate from an accredited Nursing School or Associates' degree (A.S.) is required.
Bachelor's degree (BSN) from four-year college or university is preferred
At least three years experience as a Registered Nurse in an emergency room, occupational health clinic or other ambulatory care clinic
Currently licensed Registered Nurse in state of practice required Current certification in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for health care providers is required Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services
Knowledge of Internet software, Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge and experience with Electronic Medical Records
Certification in Occupational Health Nursing, Certification in Emergency Nursing, or Certificate in Case Management Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations
Other Qualifications:
Requirements as set forth in the specific contract for the site may include working flexible hours including evenings, nights and weekends.
Travel for training may occasionally be required.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
