School Based Health Center Charge Nurse

Working title: School Based Health Center Charge Nurse

Classification title: LPN/RN

Division: CHC

Program: School Based Clinic

Reports to: Community Partnerships Program Manager

FLSA status: NonExempt: FullTime

Schedule: MondayFriday; 8am5pm

Wage Range: LPN $23.13 to $30.66 hourly; plus an addition $2 Case Management stipend for case management duties; based on years of transferrable experience and internal equity

RN $29.98 to $42.26 hourly; plus an addition $2 Case Management stipend for case management duties; based on years of transferrable experience and internal equity

RiverStone Health:

Serving the Yellowstone County community and southcentral Montana for nearly 50 years RiverStone Health is an essential provider of personal and public health services. Health Education Leadership and Protection HELP is what we do. From medical dental and behavioral healthcare; home care and hospice; public health services like immunizations WIC health promotion and restaurant inspections; and educating the next generation of health professionals our expertise spans all ages and stages of life. Underlying principles of access affordability compassion and quality in all interactions RiverStone Health improves life health and safety for all of the communities we serve.

Job Summary:

The SchoolBased Health Center Charge Nurse will provide patient care to school aged patients who are served at our three School Clinics. The person in this role will act as a charge nurse for the Patient Care Team to identify barriers to care and to understand the interplay between physical health mental health social issues and resource needs and will encourage patients and their families to actively engage in their own health and work toward maintenance or improvement of health status. The goal of this position is to keep patients engaged in care with their PCP throughout school.

Essential Functions/Major Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Nursing Responsibilities 60

• Assess patient needs answer patient questions provide assistance and education to patients
• Provide direct patient care in compliance with RiverStone Health policies as well as any programmatic policies (e.g. school district policies)
• Measure and record patients vital signs such as height weight temperature blood pressure pulse or respiration.
• Administer prescribed medications or start intravenous fluids noting times and amounts on patients charts.
• Make appointments keep records or perform other clerical duties.
• Work as part of a healthcare team to assess patient needs plan and modify care and implement interventions.
• Informs primary RN Nursing Supervisor or immediate supervisor in a timely manner of any changes in patient conditions or needs.
• Documents care provided in electronic medical records according to documentation standards
• Obtain or verify necessary patient information such as medical records verification of employment and a release for all patient records.
• Review patient medical records regularly and follow up with outside care providers agencies and community service providers to ensure that the patient receives appropriate assistance.
• Utilize an electronic medical record to retrieve patient information and to develop and enter patient data into a computer database and/or spreadsheet. Accurately and appropriately document patient information in a timely manner and in accordance with RiverStone Health clinic policies and procedures.
• Provide culturally sensitive care and services to patients maintaining awareness of social and/or medical issues and a willingness to work with underserved underor uninsured and lowincome patients.
• Identify and refer clients to appropriate community resources and programs; enhance working relationships with other community agencies and referral sources.
• Review patient medical records regularly and follow up with outside care providers agencies and community service providers to ensure that the patient receives appropriate assistance.
• Utilize an electronic medical record to retrieve patient information and to develop and enter patient data into a computer database and/or spreadsheet. Accurately and appropriately document patient information in a timely manner and in accordance with RiverStone Health clinic policies and procedures.
• Provide crisis assistance as necessary. Access appropriate Federal State County and local programs community service providers and agencies and other resources to meet client needs.
• Provide culturally sensitive care and services to patients maintaining awareness of social and/or medical issues and a willingness to work with underserved underor uninsured and lowincome patients.

B. Charge Nurse Leadership Responsibilities 35

• Recognize and educate staff that managing patient care is a team effort that involves clinical and nonclinical staff (e.g. physicians nurse practitioners physician assistants nurses medical assistants educators front desk staff schedulers etc. interacting with patients to achieve stated objectives.

• Attend meetings conferences workshops and training sessions and review publications and audiovisual materials to become and remain current on principles practices and new developments in assigned work areas.

• Stay abreast of social and/or medical issues relating to the underserved uninsured and lowincome patients.

• Communicate and coordinate regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interagency operations and activities.

• Use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions.

• Provide needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.

• Keep immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.

• Ensure program compliance guidelines contract/grant requirements and/or accreditation standards are met.

• Ensure program and agency policies and procedures are being followed.

• Generate and interpret reports and other pertinent information to share with staff and utilize for quality improvement strategies.

• Assist with the development of quality care and patient/client satisfaction.

• Identify and support quality Improvement initiatives.

• Assess and develop strategies to ensure program success.

• Investigate complaints and suspected violations.

• Lead productive and motivational team meetings.

• Promote teamwork and collaboration among staff.

• Order supplies and oversee inventory management.

• In absence of program manager coordinate the daytoday work of clinic staff

• Participate in recruiting hiring onboarding and coaching of team members

• Work closely with community partners to build relationships and ensure communication and collaboration. Make presentations to community partners local state regional and national organizations as appropriate.

• Actively promote SchoolBased services in clinic and outreach settings within the schools and community.

NonEssential Functions/Other duties as assigned 5

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of RiverStone Healths mission and goals.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a State accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program

• Considerable patient care and nursing experience: 3 to 5 years

• Any combination of experience and training which provides the equivalent scope of knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the work

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Montana in good standing

• Medical terminology training or experience

• Experience working with underserved population

• Experience working in a customer service environment

Required Certificates Licenses Registrations:

• Current drivers license in the state of MT

• Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Montana in good standing

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to maintain a calm and positive demeanor during difficult client interactions.

• Ability to display nonjudgmental and empathetic listening skills.

• High degree of detailoriented skill level.

• Knowledge and understanding of protected sensitive patient health information (HIPAA) and confidentiality.

• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive work environment.

• Ability to perform job duties with integrity and innovation to ensure completion and a high level of quality.

• Ability to understand and adhere to required administrative policies and procedures.

• Excellent communication skills to ensure efficiencies and quality customer service.

• Ability to accurately access the physical emotional and psychological state of clients.

• Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing using both technical and nontechnical language as appropriate to the situation.

• Ability and willingness to quickly learn and use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.

• Knowledge of community resources services and programs available to assist clients.

Customer Service Excellence:

• Doing things right the first time

• Making people feel welcome

• Showing respect for each customer

• Anticipating customer needs and concerns

• Keeping customers informed

• Helping and going the extra mile

• Responding quickly

• Protecting privacy and confidentiality

• Demonstrating proper telephone etiquette

• Taking responsibility for handling complaints

• Being professional

• Taking ownership of your attitude toward Service Excellence

Supervision:

• None

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• The position is regularly exposed to biological pathogens and contagious diseases where Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and special precautions must be taken due to reduce exposure and mitigate risk.

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

• Constant standing and walking

• Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting seeing and reading signs traffic signals other vehicles etc. Travel occurs in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.

• Create and maintain a safe/secure working environment by adhering to safety security and health requirements. Integrate injury illness and loss prevention into job activities by attending any necessary training and implementing best practices.

Freedom to Act & Decision Making:

• Work is structured by public health regulations and established medical practices.

• Decisions directly affect the quality of services provided to the public.

Communications & Networking:

• Daily written and verbal communication with patients clients and other staff.

• Work directly with other team members to provide quality customer service for patients and customers.

Budget & Resource Management:

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