Registered Nurse - Specialty Clinic and Eligible

Registered Nurse - Specialty Clinic

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The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary:

The Specialty Nurse functions under the direction of the Specialty Clinic Charge Nurse. The Specialty Nurse provides direct patient care and care management that aligns with specialists and specialty clinics affiliated with Alaska Native Medical Center and YKHC. The Specialty Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care at the moment the patient enters a Specialty Clinic by collecting patient information, patient evaluation and assessment, performing preliminary specimen collection and/or testing per standing and direct orders, administering medications and immunizations per standing orders and educating patients.

During the intake process, the Specialty Nurse gathers pertinent information regarding current symptoms, medical history, and medications in order to assist in plans of care and will schedule follow up appointments as needed. The Specialty Nurse is responsible for the care of all patients from two years old through elderly and is able to apply age specific considerations and cultural diversity with the delivery of care.

As needed, the Specialty Nurse assists in managing the Outpatient Nurse Clinic. The Specialty Nurse collaborates with the Medical Staff to plan, direct, coordinate and evaluate Nurse Clinic services for patients within the Nurse Clinic based on nursing practice standards, in order to achieve the best possible patient outcomes thus fostering quality, continuity and appropriate utilization of health care resources throughout the continuum of care.

When working the Nurse Clinic, the Specialty Nurse must report any patient problems or potential issues outside the scope of practice directly to the provider on duty. Effective communication with all team members, patients, and patient representatives such as family members is essential. Must have excellent documentation of all pertinent patient medical details. Must adhere to privacy laws, including HIPAA, to maintain patient confidentiality.

Expected to ensure the facilities are clean and will prevent the spread of disease by sanitizing and maintaining all equipment and using universal precautions. Supports Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation's mission statement.

Position

Qualifications:

• Minimum Education:
  
  Must have completed a program of education in nursing from an NLN approved institution. ADN required, BSN preferred.
• Minimum Experience:
  
  At least two years prior experience, prefer primary care, urgent care and/or fast track. Will consider training qualified persons.
• License, Certification, Registration:
  Must have an active, unencumbered license in the State of Alaska as a Registered Nurse. Current BLS.
• Equipment/Tools/Word-Aids:
  Office machines (i.e. computer, copier, fax, telephone, Microsoft Office, etc.) and basic medical equipment.
• Specialized Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
  
  Able to practice nursing as described in the Alaska Statutes for the practice of Registered Nursing. Able to utilize the nursing process in the provision of patient care. Ability to perform independently within scope of practice. Able to administer treatments, medications, interpret diagnostic tests, provide patient/family/significant other education. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
  
  None.

Benefits Include:

• $30,000 sign on bonus for a 3 year commitment / $20,000 sign on bonus for a 2 year commitment
• Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.