Registered Nurse – Urgent Care RNUC 0416 NS#14

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Urgent Care

Location: Juneau Alaska
Job Type: Permanent
Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) Urgent Care provides timely high-quality nursing care to patients of all ages in a fast-paced clinical environment. This role includes triage assessment treatment coordination and collaboration with providers and clinical staff to ensure efficient patient flow and optimal outcomes.

The RN is expected to utilize strong critical thinking skills work under standing orders when appropriate and manage multiple clinical responsibilities within the urgent care setting.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Triage

• Perform patient triage and initial assessments
• Collect vital signs medical history and relevant clinical data
• Prioritize patient needs and coordinate care delivery
• Respond effectively to urgent and emergent situations

Treatment & Procedures

• Administer medications (oral topical IM SQ IV push IV infusion)
• Initiate and manage IV therapy
• Operate and monitor specialized medical equipment
• Assist with clinical procedures as needed

Documentation & Communication

• Document assessments interventions and patient education
• Ensure accurate and timely charting in EMR systems
• Communicate patient updates and findings to providers and care teams
• Conduct follow-up communication with patients as needed

Care Coordination

• Facilitate referrals to internal and external healthcare services
• Track referral progress and outcomes
• Coordinate with case managers and support staff
• Promote continuity of care across services

Safety & Operations

• Maintain a clean safe and organized clinical environment
• Monitor and manage supplies and equipment inventory
• Report hazards or equipment issues promptly
• Follow infection control and safety protocols

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with RNs LPNs clinical assistants and providers
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Support training and development of team members
• Assist with emergency response and triage activities

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (NCLEX eligible)
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Licensure

• Active RN license (state license or compact license required)
• Must obtain state licensure prior to start (if applicable)

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required or preferred per role)
• Completion of required clinical and high-risk competencies within designated timeframes

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of general nursing experience
• At least 1 year of ambulatory or urgent care experience preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong triage and critical thinking skills
• Ability to respond to emergencies and perform life-saving procedures
• Ability to multitask in high-volume environments
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Proficiency with EMR systems
• Strong patient education and counseling abilities

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