Registered Nurse - Urgent Care & Adult Primary Care

Description

The Urgent Care & Adult Primary Care Registered Nurse is a valued member of both the Urgent Care and Internal Medicine teams, providing high-quality clinical care across two dynamic outpatient settings. This role combines the fast-paced, acute-care environment of Urgent Care with the continuity and relationship-based care of Adult Primary Care. The nurse serves as both a clinical partner in patient care and a leader in coordinating patient flow, triage, and care delivery.

In the Urgent Care setting, the Registered Nurse enhances patient care through telephone and in-person triage, leadership during urgent medical situations, and the implementation of skilled nursing interventions, including medication administration, wound care, splint application, and emergency response. The nurse plays a critical role in rapidly assessing patients with urgent or higher-acuity concerns, determining the appropriate level of care, facilitating timely treatment within the clinic, and coordinating transfer to a higher level of care when clinically indicated.

In the Adult Primary Care (Internal Medicine) setting, the Registered Nurse supports the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered care through telephone and in-person triage, chronic disease management, care coordination, health maintenance, and patient education. Working collaboratively with primary care providers and the interdisciplinary team, the nurse assesses patient needs, provides clinical guidance, coordinates follow-up care, and assists with the management of both acute and chronic health conditions.

The nurse utilizes clinical judgment and established protocols to ensure patients receive appropriate and timely care while promoting preventive health and wellness.

This position is ideal for a nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment while maintaining a high degree of clinical autonomy. Our culture is founded on mutual respect among providers, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff, with Nursing serving as a cornerstone of both daily operations and patient outcomes. Nurses in this role make a meaningful impact across the continuum of care by supporting patients during acute illnesses, managing chronic medical conditions, and addressing the healthcare needs of a diverse and often underserved patient population.

Through strong clinical assessment, effective communication, leadership, and care coordination, the Urgent Care & Adult Primary Care Registered Nurse helps ensure patients receive safe, timely, and appropriate care in both acute and primary care settings.

South Boston Community Health Center provides accessible, high-quality care to all patients, regardless of status or ability to pay. We emphasize primary and preventive care and work to meet the healthcare needs of the community with respect, compassion, and clinical expertise.

Our work is guided by respect, commitment, diversity, competence, education, research, and cost-effectiveness. The Registration team supports this mission by helping each patient begin their visit with accurate information, clear communication, and attentive service.

• Triage patients on arrival, assess acuity, and prioritize care appropriately.
• Perform clinical duties including taking vital signs, administering medications, wound care, immunizations, point-of-care testing, EKGs, and assisting with procedures.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Support providers with exams, treatments, and procedures as needed.
• Provide patient education and discharge instructions, reinforcing treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations.
• Recognize and respond to urgent or emergent…