RN - School Based Health Center

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Full Time Support Staff Springdale, AR, US

3 days ago Requisition

Community Clinic is a patient-directed Community Health Center which provides affordable primary health care and supportive services to our neighbors in Northwest Arkansas. Community Health Centers, also known as Federally Qualified Health Centers, is a Federal designation whereby community health needs are identified and are responded to appropriately. We provide health care using a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) approach: the needs of the patient come first.

Community Clinic recognizes that every employee plays a vital role. We care. You belong.

Community Clinic is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for our Don Tyson School Based Health Center located in Springdale, AR. The SBHC RN is the on-site presence for a telehealth clinic inside a partner school. They are the point of contact for patients, assist in patient care, and coordinate the telehealth process, all under the direction of a provider, delivering excellent primary health care to our patients.

The schedule for this position is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM and Wednesday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

• Ensures patient information is entered into the electronic medical record (EMR) accurately and updated regularly for all patients.
• Ensures patient payments are collected, posted correctly to accounts and collections are balanced daily.
• Schedules patient appointments, based on patient needs, provider requests and approved scheduling guidelines.
• Coordinates with Patient Financial Services on required patient information in the EMR, payments, and insurance inquiries.
• Maintains patient flow during clinic to assure prompt service for patients.
• Obtains vital signs, measurements and laboratory tests accurately, as per protocol.
• Obtains chief complaint and reason for visit using excellent listening skills.
• Administers treatments and medications proficiently and safely.
• Maintains exam room supplies and cleanliness for optimal efficiency.
• Refers patients as appropriate, interacting with referral sources in a professional and cordial manner.
• Coordinates telehealth technology to allow patients to visit with provider as needed.
• Acts as “eyes, ears, and hands” of coordinating provider via telehealth.
• Occasionally covers for patient care staff at other Community Clinic SBHCs.
• Processes Prior Authorizations for all SBHC providers.
• Triages unscheduled patients, telephone calls and other patient concerns using triage protocols and professional judgment as well as a warmth and concern for the patient’s wellbeing.
• Documents all patient interactions completely and promptly in the medical record.
• Refers patients to other providers as requested by clinicians; completes forms, maintains records of referral and follow-up of results and recommendations. Appropriately documents referral interactions in the medical record.
• Adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA, NCQA PCMH and OSHA.
• Ability to travel for activities such as meetings, classes, and workshops. Must be able to travel by air as needed to attend training, conferences, and related activities, including overnight travel.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people of all backgrounds.
• Basic to intermediate computer literacy required.
• Bilingual ability (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Able and willing to drive short to medium distances to cover other local SBHCs.
• Able to perform proficiently on current practice management system and/or electronic medical records.
• Engages in professional development activities, such as trainings and CEUs.

• Graduate of a school of nursing required.
• Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Arkansas.
• 1+ year of RN experience required.
• Previous hospital experience preferred due to need for independent assessment skills.

• Be a part of a mission driven organization providing comprehensive health care to everyone in your community, regardless of their financial or medical situation!
• Automatic 5% contribution to employee retirement plan, no match required!
• Competitive pay, PTO, and 10 annual paid holidays.
• 2 annual bonus opportunities worth up to $1,000 each!