Registered Nurse (casual) - Outreach: Mobile Coach & Street Medicine

Department:

OH1HS_86105_000 Mobile Outreach

Expected Weekly Hours:

15

Shift:

Day Shift

Position Purpose:

At Mount Carmel, we work to continuously inspire one another. Here, all are welcome. It is this culture of humility and compassion that sets Mount Carmel apart. We see the big picture and do the right thing. That means a dedication to the well-being our both our colleagues and the patients they serve.

Job Description Details:

This Registered Nurse (RN) provides clinical nursing support to the Community Outreach Mobile Coach & Street Medicine Program. This colleague serves as an RN in a variety of community clinical settings; providing assessment, planning, and implementation of care for the patient. They provide education and referrals to the patient as appropriate, and coordinates care with both the physician/nurse practitioner and case worker to assure continuity of care.

Responsibilities

* Appropriately and accurately documents patient information using both chart and computer programs as appropriate

* Functions as a healthcare teacher for the patient and family as appropriate

* Maintains confidentiality with regard to patient information

* Functions as an independent practitioner: planning, directing, implementing, and evaluating care

* Effectively utilizes knowledge of community resources and services to meet patient needs and consistently increases knowledge base of available resources

* Maintains CPR and AED certifications

* Functions as the Charge nurse of assigned clinics, including but not limited to: preparing for clinic, maintaining clinic flow, assisting the physician/nurse practitioner with care on the mobile unit, and completing documentation, as well as follow up of clinic patients

* Coordinates with Mobile Coach team including nurses, physicians, nurse practitioners, case workers, and support staff to provide optimal care of the patient

* Functions as a liaison for the patient with other community agencies and healthcare agencies

* Practices nursing within the scope of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act and functions within approved Mount Carmel Health System and department policies and procedures

* All other duties as assigned

Requirements

* Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

* Licensure / Certification:

* In good standing with a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Ohio

* Currently holds CPR certification or receive training within 6 months of hire date.

* Three (3) years current nursing experience; preferably with experience in medical/surgical, critical care assessment, or community health nursing

* Must be competent in computer use, and use Microsoft programs as well as learn the Mount Carmel electronic medical records systems and other programs

* Willingness to work with all cultural and socio-economic groups

* Demonstrated ability to assess problematic situations and initiate appropriate plan of action in an environment which has limited support systems

* Effective visual, auditory and tactile perception skills

* Knowledge of or ability to learn local community resource/service agencies which provide assistance to identified clientele

* Must possess a current Ohio Driver's License; Ability to independently drive a vehicle to clinic as needed

* Availability to work flexible hours when required

Discovering opportunities, support and excellence -- all while making a real difference in patients' lives -- begins at Mount Carmel. Find a new beginning and advance your career with us.

Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or physical ability.

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