Registered Nurse; RN Job Marion North Carolina USA,Nursing

REGISTERED NURSE (RN)- Primary Care

Are you passionate about advancing health equity and delivering patient-centered care to underserved communities?

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) provides patient-centered, team-based primary care to residents of Western North Carolina. We are looking for a full-time (40 hours per week) RN to join our growing team!

The Clinic Nurse provides coverage for our

McDowell Health Center, 136 Creekview Ct, Marion, NC 28752 RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Care

The clinic nurse delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care, in collaboration with the healthcare team, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic illness management. Key responsibilities include patient assessments, administering vaccinations and routine medications, managing chronic conditions, performing screenings, and patient education. The clinic nurse assists with walk-in and phone triage.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

Clinical Assessments & Procedures:
Conducting physical exams, measuring vital signs, wound care, ear syringing, and administering immunizations/injections, completing co-visits with medical providers
Chronic Disease Management:
Monitoring and managing conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and hypertension, including medication adjustments based on protocols, and counseling.
Patient Education & Counseling:
Providing guidance on healthy lifestyles, managing illnesses, and preventive health measures.
Administrative & Coordination:
Documenting medical histories, managing patient records, and coordinating care with other specialists.
Triage:
Providing over-the-phone and in person triage to assess patient needs

Miscellaneous

Participates and/or leads quality improvement activities
Maintain current knowledge of clinical best practices, guidelines, and evidence-based standards, and integrate them into daily nursing practice.

Qualifications

Licensure:
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina
Degree:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or associate’s degree in nursing (ADN)
Skills:

Strong communication, clinical assessment skills, proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR), and the ability to work in a team-based environment.
Certification: BLS /CPR Certified

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an outpatient setting.
Familiarity with role of FQHC in the community.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Women’s Health/Prenatal experience

Work/ Benefits

Competitive health plans for employees and dependents including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Telehealth
Up to Two (2) Floating Holidays
Up to Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
No weekends, or holiday work required
Accrued PTO based on 40 hrs/wk (156 hours 1st year)

Financial Health Benefits

403b Retirement Savings with Match
Employer Paid Ally Health Virtual Benefits and Life Insurance
HRSA and Public Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness
Employee Assistance Network

CAREER GROWTH BENEFITS:

Monthly professional development opportunities
Relias Learning Management System (LMS)
Reimbursement for Continuing Education (CEUs)

Western North Carolina Community Health Services is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, services, programs or activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary- $65,000 to $85,000 depending on experience, degree, and certification.