The Bedford Family Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is seeking a full-time Nursing Manager to oversee the clinical operations and maintain a smooth work flow for our clinical staff. Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities:
Assist with comprehensive patient examinations, screenings, health education, and treatment of patients within a nurse’s scope of practice, using a systematic approach to history and physical appraisal of the patient.
Provides appropriate counseling and health education to patients, providing necessary literature and instructions for continuity of care.
Functions as a triage nurse; interact with other agencies/medical entities in regards to patient medical information and documenting referrals, as necessary.
Assist provider in screening patient health complaints by phone or in person. This requires clinical nurse to work within in the scope of practice and triage comprehensive questions/concerns to the provider.
Accurately prepares, administers, and records medications and/or procedures directed by the Chief Medical Officer.
With direction from provider, will call patients to communicate lab results
With direction from provider and per HAHC policies and procedures, will process medication refills.
Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic and drug regimens; documenting and maintain patient records of services provided according to prescribed program standards.
Develops and implements patient comprehensive management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
Able to accurately execute technical clinical procedures when assigned.
Able to maintain storage and handling of clinical equipment, supplies and drugs; ability to lift, carry and store supplies within the center as directed.
Responsible for ensuring clinical policy manual and clinical compliance with all applicable federal, state and local rules and regulations governing primary health clinics and Federally Qualified Health Centers.
Supports the Patient Centered Medical Home initiative as directed by the CQI Team and Supervisor.
Responsible for selecting, orienting, training, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising job contributions; adhering to policies and procedures.
Oversee shift operations to ensure full coverage for all patients. Support patient care and treatment as needed.
Other clinical duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the principles and practice of preventive medicine.
Knowledge of the state-federal laws pertaining to medicine and to HHS-HRSA regulations of community health centers.
Skill in communicating effectively with patients and their families; must be culturally sensitive.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, patients and the general public.
Commitment to HAHC mission, vision, and values.
Computer efficiency and understanding of Electronic Health Records (EHR).
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Bachelors in Nursing
Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program
Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania
Preferred 2-5+ years of experience in a clinical setting
Licenses or Certifications Required:
CPR/AED Certification
Licensed in the state of Pennsylvania