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JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:

5/9/2023 6:47:41 PM

Job Description Name:

RN III

Union Job:

Yes

Pay Grade:

RN Salary Grid

ORGANIZATION

Department:

Health Center (FP/SS)

Reports To:

Lead RN- Specialty Services

Supervises:

None

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Family:

Patient Services

Sub-Function:

Health Center

Worker Status:

Required Driver?

YES (Required Drivers must have valid driver's License, current auto insurance with limits of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury per person/accident and $50,000 in property damage, acceptable driving record to be covered under Agency auto insurance and reliable transportation)

JOB SUMMARY

To provide quality reproductive healthcare services within RN scope in specialty setting. To provide leadership and serve as a knowledge resource for other licensed and non-licensed staff. To create a psychologically safe team space rooted in diversity, equity and inclusion.

AGENCY STANDARDS

Ability to communicate effectively with patients and co-workers of all backgrounds. Must have excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet. Must have the willingness and ability to adapt to change including advances in technology. Must have excellent customer service and be committed to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction. Lead, guide and model Planned Parenthood’s “In This Together” Workplace Values. Supportive of the mission and goals of Planned Parenthood. Commitment to quality healthcare.

QUALIFICATIONS

Completed Register Nursing program at an accredited school

Required

RN who has completed a recovery room or surgical training program.

Required

and

Emergency and/or triage experience preferred.

Preferred

RN  - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure

RN with current California license

Required

and

Current BLS/CPR certification

Required

and

A.C.L.S.

Preferred

and

Willing to work in all areas of the specialty services

Required

Ability to take initiative and to utilize resources effectively.

Required

Ability to multi-task and must be detailed orientated.

Required

Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently.

Required

Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, some Saturdays and Sundays, and participate in on-call duty

Required

Must have the willingness and ability to adapt to change including advances in technology.

Required

Ability to provide care to a minimum of 3-4 clients an hour.

Required

Must be physically able to assist in transferring clients.

Required

Some positions require bilingual (Spanish/English) language certification.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions are the required tasks, duties and areas of responsibility required to perform the job.

The Essential Functions encompasses the required duties and responsibilities of the job role and the reason the job exists. All Essential Functions must be performed with or with/out reasonable accommodations.

Oversee and maintain responsibility for nursing services in the Specialty Services Center. Educate clients on FDA approved birth control methods (including emergency contraception).

Dispense all FDA approved birth control methods (including emergency contraception) per Clinician or MD orders and maintain working knowledge of all medications used

Dispense oral and intra-muscular medications and maintain a working knowledge of all medications used

Dispense controlled substances as directed by Physician or mid-level Clinician.

Participate in health center efforts to achieve established goals for productivity and quality metrics

Participate in health center/affiliate efforts to achieve established revenue cycle goals

Adhere to affiliate policies on professionalism, wait time in-clinic and on the phone, and the system for addressing client complaints

Perform moderate complexity lab tests

Perform follow-up of outside referrals, and quantitative results

Perform venipuncture and give injections

Check emergency equipment (oxygen, emergency kit, ambu bag, defibrillator, anesthesia cart, gomco suction unit)

Monitor post-abortion clients recovering from analgesia, IV conscious sedation, and moderate sedation

Educate clients regarding postoperative instructions, contraception and annual health screenings

Be responsible for maintenance of narcotic log

Start IV's and Hep-Locks

Triage all emergency situations

Assist with health center flow and clean up

Identify and assist in resolving issues regarding staffing and equipment needs

Assist with implementation of and ensuring compliance to policies and procedures for designated areas

Act as a clinical resource for Specialty Services Centers

Be willing to continuously learn and expand clinical knowledge base

Demonstrate clear knowledge and accountability of quality regulations and standards

Be pro-active in team development and problem solving

Orient and train new hire RNs. Develop leadership qualities including serving as a preceptor to new RN staff

Differentiate and demonstrate clean and sterile technique for Specialty Service Center procedures

Work directly on Practice Management system and Electronic Medical Record system for the electronic management of client information including but not limited to client tracking, coding, charting, logs etc.

Demonstrated proficiency in the Agency’s Practice Management System and Electronic Medical Record system.

Responsible for the accuracy of client information entered into the Agency’s Practice Management system and Electronic Medical Record system.

Administer IV conscious sedation as directed by Physician or APC clinician.

Assist Physician with moderate sedation clients as needed.

Assist in transferring clients (100+ pounds) to and from wheelchair, exam table, gurney, and/or recovery chairs. Clients may require minimal or no assistance to partial or full assistance.

Perform ultrasounds for gestational dating

Cover on-call responsibilities on an as-needed basis defined by agency need

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Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

•

In support of PPPSW’s Just Culture Philosophy, identify and report errors, near misses, and employee, patient and customer safety concerns in a timely manner.

•

To support risk and quality management by proactively communicating identified risks to supervisor in order to minimize risk when possible.

•

Comply with PPPSWs Code of Conduct and maintain the highest level of professional and ethical standards and to act in compliance with both the letter and spirit of all applicable laws and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Physical Demands Category:

Healthcare & Safety

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

Carrying

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Work is accomplished without considerable direction.  Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria in obtaining results.  Exerts significant latitude in determining objectives of assignment.  Takes calculated risks with consultation from the expert.

Provides resolution to problems that are readily identifiable with limited scope and are resolved in accordance with standard practices, procedures, applications or routines.  Problem/Task resolution timeframe:  The majority of tasks typically take one to two days to resolve.

Functions independently within broad scope of established departmental policies/practices; generally refers specific problems to supervisor only where clarification of departmental operating policies/procedures may be required.