OB/GYN Registered Nurse

Job DetailsJob Location: Adelante Healthcare Mesa - Mesa, AZ 85201Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Health Care 
POSITION SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse (RN) will play a pivotal role in guiding patients and their families through the healthcare system. Their primary focus will be to provide compassionate, patient-centered care while acting as an advocate for those they serve. The RN will be a vital member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, dedicated to delivering high-quality nursing services across various departments, including adult primary care, women's health, and pediatrics.
 
In this diverse role, the RN will engage with patients in a culturally sensitive manner, conducting thorough assessments of their health needs, performing essential clinical procedures, and facilitating comprehensive care plans. Collaboration with interdisciplinary team members will be crucial in ensuring seamless care integration and improving health outcomes for patients. By addressing the unique challenges faced by the community, the RN will help empower individuals with the education and resources necessary for managing their medical conditions effectively.
 
EXPECTATIONS
Every Adelante Healthcare employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day.  Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence.
 
OUR CORE VALUES

Inclusion
Nurture
Service
Purposeful
Integrity
Resilient
Engaged
QualificationsESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited nursing program
Licensed with the AZ State Board of Nursing
License to be in good standing
Two (2) to five (5) years of experience in a clinical setting
Demonstrated application of Nursing Planning (Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Goals/Outcomes, Implementation, and Evaluation)
Demonstrated understanding of clinical methods and techniques used in record-keeping systems
Demonstrated ability in implementing the principles and practices of supervision
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel 
Must be able to write analytic reports integrating multiple data elements and perspectives 
Must be familiar with Adelante healthcare mission, vision, and core values and use them during patient care and collaboration with non-clinical and clinical teams
Must be able to maintain confidentiality, privacy, and security of protected information 
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers 
Travel to all health centers is required as needed
Advanced computer efficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience in the Patient Management System
Meet the organization's immunization requirement
Valid Arizona driver’s license and active automotive insurance
Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and the Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations
Participation in Community Events as required

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care Responsibilities

Perform triage phone calls & Walk-in patients using approved procedures and resources for the adult primary care, women’s health, and pediatric populations.
Assist providers with procedures such as wound care, urinary catheterization, suture/staples removal, wart removal, lacerations, skin biopsy, abscess incision & drainage, toenail & skin tag removal, LEEP, Colposcopy, and Intrauterine Device Insertion (IUD).

Perform EKG, Peak flow, spirometry, albuterol & oxygen treatments and document results in the electronic health record.

Clinical Collaboration

Collaborate with the clinical team to review and act on Tasks/PTAs sent by providers.
Collaborate with the FM/IM interdisciplinary team to assist with point-of-care testing including HbA1c, UA, HCGs, hemoglobin, Fecal Occult Blood Test, Lead screening, PKU, HIV and Strep.
Support heath center staff with vaccine and medication administration, including NG-G-tube (Rota vaccine).
Perform PPD placement, Flu and COVID testing.
Support referral process as needed per AHC standing orders and procedures.
Develop Self-Management Goals (SMGs) in collaboration with the patient to set up SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time-bound) goals that are patient-centered.
Support troubleshooting/problem-solving by using critical thinking during complex situations.
Support referral process as needed per AHC sta