The posting
JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking a dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team. The RN plays a key role in delivering high-quality care, ensuring efficient patient flow, and supporting both clinical and operational needs in a fast-paced outpatient setting. The primary goal of the Elk Ridge Community Health Registered Nurse is to support Elk Ridge’s Mission of providing comprehensive, quality health care that is affordable and accessible to all who may have healthcare needs, by successfully performing the primary essential functions. Job Functions:
Triages patients by phone or in person, assessing symptoms and following established clinical protocols. Supports patient intake and flow, including rooming, collecting vital signs, and documenting in the EMR. Administer medications and vaccines as ordered and monitor patient responses. Prepares and collect lab specimens for in-house or external testing. Processes prescription refill requests according to protocol. Provides health education and guidance to patients and families based on individual care plans. Facilitates communication between patients and care teams using phone, portal, and EMR systems. Supervises and provide clinical guidance to support staff as needed. Assists in maintaining inventory, clinic supplies, and medication stock. Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, hazardous waste handling, and regulatory standards. Collaborates with leadership to stay current on best practices and maintain readiness for Inspections.
Joint Commission Responsibilities:
Maintains a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in compliance with all Policies and Procedures including but not limited to work areas, workstations, examination rooms, hand washing, infection prevention and control etc. for this position. Demonstrates an understanding of and proficiency with the application of all compliance and reporting requirements respective to Joint Commission Certification (JCC) standards.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
In support of the Mission and Vision of Elk Ridge Community Health, will at all times represent themselves as a professional role model of Elk Ridge Community Health serving as a positive informational source for members of the community. Supports Elk Ridge Community Health by participating in community events which promote good health, and which contribute to a broader awareness and understanding of Elk Ridge Community Health and the many services provided to the community. Participates in all appropriate health care activities related to Elk Ridge Community Health on a local, state, and national level to maintain and enhance Elk Ridge’s image with health agencies, professional associations, and the general public. Ensures and supports the cost-effective use of materials, supplies, and equipment by limiting waste of all organizational supplies and resources. In accordance with policies and procedures ensures that documentation of hours worked is completed accurately, as well as signed-off/approved in a timely manner. Employees must maintain their skills proficiency with Elk Ridge Community Health operating systems and/or software programs by adapting to changing requirements and successfully learning and demonstrating new skills in response to software, system, and program improvements or upgrades. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Details
Associate’s degree
Nursing from an accredited college or university
3 years
experience with hands-on patient care nursing, either in a hospital or clinic setting.
License
Current Registered Nurse license in good standing from the Arizona Board of Nursing.
BLS
Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers
Fingerprint Clearance Card
Level I fingerprint clearance card: current valid and in good standing or have applied for it within seven working days after beginning employment
If applicable, equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, and must be directly related to the functions and responsibilities of the job.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience Details
ACLS
With in person component (if working in Urgent Care)-Upon Hire
Bilingual (English/Spanish) with the ability to speak, read and write in both languages.
Transportation:
Employees in this position are required to have reliable transportation that can meet any operational reassignments of the organization during the workday. If an employee is driving during work hours, the employee is required to possess a valid driver’s license and must comply with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Elk Ridge Community Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age 40 and over, disability, genetic information, military status, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. All employees are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal and State regulations for alcohol and controlled substance testing. Employees in positions holding responsibility for the safety and welfare of others will also be classified as safety sensitive. Elk Ridge Community Health is a Non-profit 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and abides by all applicable federal Drug-Free Workplace standards.
