RN Clinic, Pulmonology (2792)

Position Summary:

The Pulmonology Clinic Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients with respiratory and pulmonary conditions within an outpatient clinic setting. This role supports patient assessment, treatment planning, care coordination, and evaluation of clinical outcomes in collaboration with pulmonology providers and interdisciplinary care team members. Working within a supportive, specialty-focused environment, the RN helps ensure care is delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with evidence-based practices and Trinity Health standards. The position contributes to smooth clinic operations through clear communication, accurate documentation, and coordinated workflows. Through clinical expertise, patient education, and collaborative care delivery, the Pulmonology Clinic Registered Nurse supports high-quality, patient-centered respiratory care and positive clinical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, triage, and nursing interventions related to pulmonary and respiratory care.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care in collaboration with pulmonology providers and clinic staff.
• Administer medications, treatments, and point-of-care testing in accordance with clinical protocols and provider orders.
• Provide patient education related to respiratory conditions, medications, procedures, and self-management strategies.
• Document clinical findings, care provided, and care coordination activities accurately and timely in the electronic health record.
• Support clinic operations by assisting with laboratory specimen collection, care coordination, and quality improvement activities.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Current or temporary RN license in ND or compact RN licensure.
• CPR required within orientation period.
• Ongoing Point of Care certifications as required for department required within orientation period.

Educational Requirements:

• RN program as evidenced by licensure.
• BSN preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• One year or more of professional nursing experience preferred.
• Clinic experience preferred.
• Coding experience preferred.

Special Skills or Training Requirements:

• May include travel to satellites.
• Computer use.
• Trinity community clinics - draw and package lab tests.
• Minot Clinics - participate in Convenient Care weekend schedule.

Physical Requirements:

The role requires a combination of standing, walking, sitting, bending, and reaching throughout the clinic day. The RN must be able to assist patients with mobility, perform clinical procedures, and handle light to moderate medical equipment and supplies. Adequate vision, hearing, manual dexterity, and communication skills are necessary to deliver safe patient care and collaborate effectively with the care team.

Environmental Requirements:

Work is performed in an outpatient pulmonology clinic environment with frequent patient interaction. The role may involve exposure to infectious conditions, respiratory illnesses, blood and body fluids, and medical equipment, requiring adherence to infection prevention practices and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. The position may include travel to satellite clinic locations and participation in variable clinic schedules based on operational needs.