Registered Nurse
Company: Fair Haven Community Health Care
Location: New Haven
Posted on: February 21, 2021
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Job Description:
Fair Haven Community Health Care (FHCHC) is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. FHCHC does not discriminate on the basis of race,
religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age,
non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin,
veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All
employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and
business need.For nearly 50 years, we have been a health care
leader in our community focused on providing excellent, affordable
primary care to all patients, regardless of insurance status or
ability to pay. Fair Haven is proud to have a diverse and motivated
team of professionals who are constantly seeking ways to enhance
and improve the health and well-being of all patients.It's an
exciting time for FHCHC. We are growing and looking for great
talent to join us! If you are a passionate, caring professional
interested in improving the health of our community, we'd like to
know more about you.Fair Haven Community Health Care FHCHC is a
forward-thinking, dynamic, and exciting community health center
that provides care for multiple generations at nearly 80,000 office
visits in 14 locations. Overseen by a Board of Directors, the
majority of whom are patients themselves, we are proud to offer a
wide range of primary and specialty care services, as well as
evidence-based patient programs to educate patients in healthy
lifestyle choices. As we grow and are able to bring high-quality
health care to more areas that need access, we continue to put our
patients first in everything we do. The mission of FHCHC is "To
improve the health and social well-being of the communities we
serve through equitable, high quality, patient-centered care that
is culturally responsive."This is a unique and exciting opportunity
as FHCHC is about to double its current pediatric patients by
virtue of a novel collaboration with its local academic health
center. We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality
medical and dental care, regardless of ability to pay.Job
purposeNurses provide patient care and leadership support to the
Care Team by collaborating withTeam members and performing high
quality, cost effective nursing care using the nursing process;
assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Nurses strive to promote health maintenance and restoration of the
patient's health and wellbeing. This is done in a collaborative
approach with all Team members and is guided by Fair Haven
Community Health Care (FHCHC) policies, standards of care and
mission.Duties And ResponsibilitiesMajor Areas of Responsibility:*
Independently carries out assignments; providing direct patient
care in clinic or via telephone.* Collaborate and Lead within the
Patient Care Team.* Provides supervision and collaborates with
Licensed Practical Nurses in the development of the patient's plan
of care.* Provides supervision of Medical Assistants within the
care team.* Delegates appropriate tasks to the LPN and Medical
Assistant in the provision of patient care.* Documents in patient's
EMR, processes forms & performs follow up phone calls related to
the patient's plan of care.* Is a key participant in Care
Coordination within the patient care team.* Plans patient care
using the nursing process (Assess/Plan/Implement & Evaluate).*
Conducts Patient Education and documents education and patient's
response to teaching in the patient record.* Positively contributes
to Fair Haven Community Health Care mission.Primary Objectives:*
Delivers excellent Nursing Care in a Patient Centered Medical Home
care model.* Demonstrates nursing leadership within the Primary
Care Team and greater FHCHC community.* Contributes and fosters
advancement of nursing, medical care, and quality improvement at
FHCHC and the community.Specific Responsibilities of the Job:*
Serves as an integral member of the care team and supports
teamwork. * Participates in Pod Functions such as huddles and Pod
Meetings.* Participates in Team and Departmental Meetings.*
Oversees Team flow and assists the session in running on time by
delegating appropriate tasks to maximize efficiency of clinic. *
Addresses patient complaints or concerns and documents in the
patient record. Consults Nursing Management with any risk
management issues.* Assists the Nurse Manager in reviewing daily
schedules and suggesting coverage solutions when needed. * Responds
to emergency situations per FHCHC protocols.* Performs and
documents monthly checks on emergency equipment.* Orders mediations
per FHCHC policies * Keeps the Medication Room and supply inventory
items well stocked per par levels. Supervision (Team Specific, may
vary)* Supervise the LPN and Medical Assistants providing general
oversight. * Assist in the completion of the employee annual
clinical competencies and provides feedback to the Nurse Manager on
performance reviews for direct reports (LPN/MA).* Provides goal
oriented coaching, counseling and other forms of support to direct
reports (LPN/MA).* Demonstrates the principles of good patient care
management and communication skills.Documentation, Forms Management
& Phone Calls* Performs phone/electronic message follow-up.* Places
calls to patients to answer questions, conduct patient assessments,
or review lab results, as directed by the PCP.* Assists in
completing patient forms, as needed. * Follows all FHCHC EHR
documentation policies and procedures.Care Coordination* Manage
anticoagulation therapy for Coumadin Patients.* Work closely with
VNA nurses for new referrals and ongoing patient care.* Coordinate
specialty services for patients with internal and external
providers.* Provides feedback to the care team regarding care
coordination status.Patient Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning,
Implementation & Evaluation* Assists with Initial patients by
documenting Medical History, Medications, and elements of the
nursing process.* Discusses and documents allergies and other
relevant details with the PCP.* Conducts Nursing Triage on the
phone and in the office, collaborating with the Nursing Team and
Clinicians as needed.* Administers medications/vaccines and
performs clinical procedures per standing order or clinician
written order.* Perform medication reconciliation by phone or in
office for established patients.* Carries out assessments and
interventions identified in panel management meetings. *
Collaborates with the LPN and Medical Assistant in developing the
patient's plan of care.Patient Education* Provide Health Education
by phone or at the end of an office visit.* As needed, conclude the
office visit with a review of the After Visit Summary and any
relevant interventions.* Documents all patient/family/significant
other teaching and outcomes in patient recordPositively contribute
to Fair Haven Community Health Care* Ensures patient
confidentiality and safety.* Adheres to all FHCHC Health, Safety
and Infection Control Policies, Protocols and Practices.* Provides
excellent customer service and culturally competent care.* Engages
in performance improvement activities and acts as an agent of
positive change by looking for innovative ways to improve processes
and advance clinical excellence.* Positively represent FHCHC to
internal and external clients.* Perform other necessary duties as
required by FHCHC to achieve the goal of providing excellent
primary health care in a Patient Centered Medical
Home.QualificationsJob Requirements:* Compassionate and caring.*
Demonstrated ability and performs independently carry out
assignments and the nursing process.* Strong clinical knowledge
base and competent in nursing procedures. * Excellent written,
electronic and oral communication skills.* Demonstrated ability to
work effectively in a team environment. * Strong critical thinking
and problem solving skills.* Portray a pleasant and respectful
attitude when: communicating with coworkers, patients, and internal
and external clients; accepting direction and delegated tasks; and
receiving constructive criticism.* Strong computer skills.* Oral
and written proficiency in English.* Bi-lingual with fluency in
Spanish preferred.Education and Experience:* Current Connecticut
License as Registered Nurse is required. A minimum 2 years of
experience in a fast paced primary care setting is highly
preferred.* Graduation from an accredited Nursing School.* High
School Diploma/GED.* Supervisory experience a plus.Direct
reportsLicensed Practical NurseMedical AssistantOSHA
Status:Category III-Low Risk PositionGenerally works in an o?ce
environment with no exposure to bloodborne pathogens.Physical
requirements:Physical Demands: Requires walking, bending, sitting,
standing, writing, reading, telephone use, data input into
computer, pulling medical records,Mental Demands: Ability to cope
with continual changing priorities under potentially stressful
conditionsManual Dexterity Required: Ability to use a keyboard,
telephone.American with Disabilities Requirements:External and
internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become
disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific
functions (listed within each job specific responsibility) either
unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be
determined by the organization on a case by case basis.Fair Haven
Community Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FHCHC does
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender
identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or
mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other
basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the
basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.Powered by
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