Under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services, the Public Health Clinic Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care for patients including assessment, treatment, care planning, and medical care evaluation by following established standards and practices.
Assists medical providers and staff in coordination of patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff, and medical providers.
• Responsible for the planning, development, maintenance, interpretation, implementation, and assessment of
• Obtain and document health history, information on chief complaint, vital signs, and medication management, refills and patient assistance program.
• Provide patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.
• Execute prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
• Delegate as allowed under the Nurse Practice Act. Refers to/consults with physicians, other health providers, and community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns.
• Document patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
• Maintain/reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results.
• Respond to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.
• Assist with the facilitation and integration of care between health care resources ordered by the medical provider.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the inventory of sample medications, including the log entries and dispensing controls.
• Provide counseling and teaching about Family Planning methods to include: oral contraceptives, IUD, diaphragm, spermicidal methods, condoms, sponge, natural family planning, sterilization, cervical cap, hormone implants, hormone injections, and others as provided through policy.
• Provide counseling and instruction about related health needs to include:
• Anatomy and physiology of reproductive systems
• Infertility
• Human Sexuality
• Nutrition
• Breast self-exam
• Sexually Transmitted Diseases
• Other minor gynecologic concerns
• Good health care practices and value of fertility regulation
• Adhere to the medical guidelines for Title X funded programs.
• Adhere to grant guidelines for any grand funded programs.
• Provide patient vaccines over the life span.
• Complete communicable disease testing (i.e., vaccine titers, TB tests).
• Community outreach and education.
• Assist provider in Family Planning Clinic with testing, treatment, and education.
• Become competent in public health emergency preparedness activities.
• Support client and family health promotion.
• Communicate and interact in a pleasant and competent manner with coworker and clients.
• At all times represent the agency in a competent, professional, and ethical manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
| Location | Fremont, NE |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $36–$40 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 11 - 50 |
| Headquarters | Fremont, NE, US |
| Website | https://www.threeriverspublichealth.org |
• State of Nebraska RN or LPN required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations and practices to give and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information.
• Ability to calculate and administer drug dosages and injections and measure results.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. ·
Three Rivers Public Health Department is a local public health agency proudly serving Dodge, Saunders, and Washington Counties in eastern Nebraska. Our mission is to empower and educate families while promoting healthy living, and our vision is to provide compassionate, respectful public health services that strengthen the communities we serve.
At Three Rivers, our work goes far beyond the walls of our clinics. Our team provides clinical and preventive health services, community health programs, disease prevention and response, health education, environmental health initiatives, emergency preparedness, and connections to resources that help individuals and families thrive.
We believe our greatest strength is our people. Our employees work collaboratively across programs and communities, bringing different skills and perspectives together to make a meaningful difference every day. We are committed to creating a supportive, respectful workplace where employees are valued, encouraged to grow, and connected to the purpose behind their work.
If you are looking for a career where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and you can make a positive impact in the communities you serve, Three Rivers Public Health Department is a great place to grow your career.
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