Staff Nurse (RN)
Company: Zufall
Location: Hackettstown
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Welcome to Zufall Health!Position SummaryThe Registered Nurse is
a licensed professional that utilizes specialized knowledge,
judgment and nursing skills in the care of patients and maintains
standards of professional nursing practice in a clinical setting.
The RN works in collaboration with the patient, family,
physician/nurse practitioner and office staff within the team
structure to ensure that patient-centered, cost effective, high
quality care is provided. The incumbent has interest and experience
in Community Health and plays an integral role in the care
coordination and management of patients, supervises the clinical
support staff at the site, and is a key member of the Care Team.
This is a per diem professional position encompassing all nursing
aspects of primary care services including services both in the
clinic setting, in the mobile health van, and in the
communityEssential Functions, Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist in
the care of patients in collaboration with the Care Teams,
providers, outreach team, and the clinical support staff. Engender
communication and coordination of activities amongst all team
members to achieve optimal patient care services and outcomes.When
working in the clinic setting, perform triage in person or by
telephone. Triage medical related calls during clinic sessions
(i.e. inquiries from clients, pharmacies, etc.) according to
policies and ambulatory care regulations. Assist with triage,
translation, and determination of acute issues, transition of care
processes, and other duties in the clinical setting. Document
interventions and plans in electronic medical record. Triage
patients who present for same-day care as needed.Responsible for
implementation of policies and procedures with respect to all
clinical conditions as per Zufall Health Center Policies and
Procedures. Identify processes and assist in the development of new
policies and procedures as needed.Perform other duties as
assigned.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of nursing
principles and practicesKnowledge of primary care and women's
health issues in an ambulatory care setting and reproductive
health/family planning, contraceptives and other
medications.Excellent knowledge of available community services and
resources.Excellent communication, orally and written, and
excellent team and interpersonal skills.Bilingual Spanish/English
preferred.Ability to sensitively communicate well with patients
regardless of education and cultural backgroundAbility to interact
and communicate well with outside providers and agencies.Ability to
work independently with minimal supervision.Ability to follow up
with all tasks efficiently, accurately and in a timely
manner.Maintain high level of confidentially.Working knowledge of
ZHC policies and procedures, and adoption of mission and values of
ZHC.Efficient organizational skills.Education, Training and
ExperienceSuccessful completion of an accredited nursing program,
and a passing grade in the National Council Licensure Examination
for Registered NursesHave current and valid RN license from the
state of New Jersey.Have current BLS certification.Minimum of one
experience in an ambulatory care/community health center
setting.Experience working with community services
agencies.Knowledge of Microsoft Office, keyboarding, and experience
in the use of electronic medical records.BenefitsMedical, Dental,
and Vision plans; as well as little to no cost to be seen at our
sites!HSA and HRA Saving accounts340B Prescription plan for
discounted medicationLife, AD, LTD, and STD benefitsEmployee
Assistance ProgramTraveler Assistance Program403B RetirementPTO &
Paid HolidaysGym ReimbursementEducation AssistanceLicense
ReimbursementLoan Repayment through HRSA
(https://bhw.hrsa.gov/funding/apply-loan-repayment/nurse-corps)
Continuing education and more!!As a condition of employment, we
require that all staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and
Flu. Therefore, all new employees need to be fully vaccinated
against COVID-19 and Flu as well as boosters when eligible, and are
required to provide documentation of receiving both COVID-19 and
Flu vaccines. We are an equal opportunity employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status,
medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Thank
you for taking the time to apply!Other details Job Family Clinical
Pay Type Hourly Apply Now
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