LRCHC Registered Nurse

Summary

Lake Roosevelt Community Health Centers (LRCHC) provide responsive, high quality health care services that meet the needs of all users in a non-discriminatory, confidential, compassionate and professional atmosphere.   LRCHC is currently hiring a Registered Nurse to work out of the Inchelium Clinic.   This person will have a profound impact on patient care at our clinics.  We are looking for the person that can go beyond direct patient care in the exam room to influence health care policies and improve patient outcomes for the rural areas we serve, including a large tribal community.  LRCHC is the perfect place for the person that is tired of the big hospital rat race.  We provide plenty of fresh air, recreation that includes water sports on lakes and the mighty Columbia River, outdoor activities (too many to list) and small-town hospitality.  Yet, we are just a short distance from all that a bigger city can provide in Spokane.  

Distinguishing Career Features

The Registered Nurse (RN) will work directly with the Medical Director to fulfill the LRCHC mission.     They will provide direct nursing care to our patients in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.  We require that they provide the highest degree of care to every patient.  The characteristics we look for in our medical professionals are:

• Able to prioritize work and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously with frequent interruption.
• Understand and be familiar with the practice standards required of  tribal and rural practice.
• A professional demeanor, excellent ethical standards and high regard for confidentiality.
• Superlative communication skills (verbal, written and electronic), particularly the ability to communicate as a leader. 
• Able to assist when needed with planning and coordinating all activities pertaining to the medical department.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, and outside entities – including the public.
• Willingness to maintain knowledge of current nursing techniques, trends, and professional issues. 
• Thorough knowledge of HIPAA, Medical Terminology, general administrative practices and use of all office machinery.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on patient care, ensuring that the patient’s needs and preferences are respected in all aspects of their care.
• Work with the physicians and healthcare team members to administer nursing interventions and provide treatment. 
• Provide education to patients and their families about health issues. 

• Develop plan of care for patients based on the patient's health history, health behavior and in collaboration with other healthcare professionals. 
• Conduct patient assessments and observations such as checking vital signs.
• Respond to emergencies in a timely manner and address issues that can impact patient care.
• Record and maintain files and forms that document patient history, symptoms and care in compliance with Federal, State, and LRCHC guidelines.
• Administer the prescribed treatments and medications, start intravenous lines and provide treatments such as wound care.
• Clearly communicate expectations in addition to providing supervision and training to the clinical staff for which they are responsible (Medical Assistants).
• Ensure that all procedures and treatments comply with healthcare regulation sand safety standards.
• Lead person on the Childhood Immunization program. 
• Provide assistance to Leadership Team in updating policies and procedures related to this position in accordance with required regulations.   Ensure compliance with those policies and procedures. 

Education, Licenses, Certification and Experience