Nurse; RN/LVN - Fredericksburg
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Nursing Home
Description
At Frontera Healthcare Network, we aim to elevate the standard for rural healthcare by providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare services to the communities we serve. We are actively searching for a highly skilled and driven Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to become a valued member of our Fredericksburg team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the well‑being of individuals and families by bringing the community direct access to medical services they otherwise would not have.
Benefits- Generous starting paid time off (PTO)
- PTO for designated holidays
- Matching contributions to a 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Life insurance policy paid in full by Frontera
- Health insurance with a comprehensive scope that includes access to coverage for both vision and dental
As Frontera continues to grow, we offer ample opportunities for leadership and career advancement. The employee‑centric culture of our organization is committed to helping each employee reach their full potential. Moreover, the close‑knit communities we serve appreciate individual contributions to community development, providing a chance to make a difference in society beyond the work environment. Frontera is leading the way in community care and we are excited to add a passionate RN/LVN to contribute to our team.
Job SummaryThe Staff Nurse is an integral part of the health care team. The Staff Nurse assists the healthcare team in a professional manner in the community health center setting.
Responsibilities include administering quality nursing care, immunization, and health education to patients of all ages in accordance with established nursing standards; assisting in the lab and pharmacy as appropriate; and working with all health center personnel to ensure an efficient and safe environment of care.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Staff Nurse performs the following duties as assigned.
- Maintains clinical expertise and competency (to include age‑specific competency) as well as demonstrated thorough knowledge of procedures to deliver quality primary healthcare.
- Documents delivery of healthcare and nursing process in accordance with the Center’s policies and procedures in a timely, accurate, and consistent manner.
- Educates the patient and family / significant others about diagnosis and the plan of care. Acts as a resource for facilitating communication when necessary.
- Coordinates the delivery of patient care provided by the healthcare team.
- Is familiar with PCHM standards and works as part of the medical team to provide patient‑centered care.
- Interacts with health center personnel and assists providers to ensure optimal patient care and to obtain optimum patient flow and increased patient satisfaction.
- Identifies and responds promptly to changes in patient’s condition and/or clinic environment.
- Coordinates and delegates the timely processing of patient referrals, prescribed medications, and other identified needs of the patient.
- Acts as a resource within the clinic to other staff members in regard to patient care.
- Participates as a team member and promotes teamwork by assisting others with patient care and department activities.
- Maintains adequate inventory of medical forms, supplies, in‑house medications, STD medications, and immunizations and completes monthly inventory reports as required.
- Performs maintenance and controls on medical equipment and documents results.
- Administers all medications accurately using the five (5) rights of medication administration, documenting medications according to the health center policy and procedures.
- Upon completion of laboratory skill assessment, perform all laboratory functions according to provider orders.
- Assumes responsibility/accountability for delegating, directing, and supervising patient care activities.
- Identifies Performance Improvement opportunities.
- Serves as a resource and positive, proactive leader for the department.
- Accepts responsibility for remaining current with nursing and healthcare trends and information…
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