Registered Nurse

Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) works under the direction of providers and managers to provide excellent nursing care to patients in the clinic and on the phone. Our Nurse position requires a team player with a positive attitude while following all company procedures and maintaining a positive working relationship with staff, managers, directors, and providers.

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide patient care within scope of practice, including services supported by medically approved protocols, with/without provider encounter such as medication administration, and lab procedures Provide education to patients and families while fostering a learning environment for patients, families, and all members of the health care team Administer medications and vaccines; Perform phlebotomy and other lab processes Independently triages patients in person, on the phone, or through the patient portal utilizing protocols, guidelines and standards set by Allegro Pediatrics. Uses critical thinking skills in making decisions regarding patient care which includes knowledge and integration of relevant standards and resources Delegates selected patient care functions to others in accordance with their education, credentials, and demonstrated competence Process and approve patient prescription refills per Allegro standing ordering guidelines Communicate appropriate information to providers and other health team members in a timely manner. Collaborate with all clinic staff and clinic manager Promote atmosphere of patient care and customer service excellence, respecting patient rights, confidentiality, diversity, and developmental needs. Participate in committee and quality improvement activities as requested Manage nurse room appointments Obtain patient x-rays after appropriate training performed at Allegro Perform Medical Assistant duties and other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Prior Pediatrics experience a plus but not required Current WA State Registered Nurse License Current AHA CPR certificate. Will accept PALS, PEARS, or ACLS in lieu Excellent customer service skills and interpersonal/people skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organizational/multi-tasking skills Enjoy working in a fast-paced patient focused environment with ongoing changes Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to all clinics as staffing needs change Must be 18 years of age or older

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Background check Drug testing in compliance with Washington State Bill 5123 for this safety-sensitive position. To uphold safety for all employees and patients, we continue to require vaccination status for all new hires, including remote or hybrid schedules, at time of hire and annually Current COVID vaccine annually, or as newly released We require flu immunizations at time of hire and annually Various other immunization requirements that we can discuss during your interview All employees are currently required to wear a surgical, KN95 or N95 mask at all times while in clinic, patient facing

Education:

Associate's degree in nursing Required. Bachelors, preferred.

Schedule:

4/10's, 4 days a week with 10 hours shifts. 40 hours per week. Monday's Off Schedules are built out 2 months in advance. Employees are required to work (or be back up/on call) one weekend day per month. Also required to work one holiday each year. Weekend and holidays include additional compensation differentials. Benefits Full-Time, working 24+ hours weekly: Bi-weekly payroll Overtime after 40 hours a week Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer paid life, AD&D insurance Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) Plan with employer matching Anniversary bonus Annual performance review bonus License renewals reimbursement Birthday/anniversary recognition Allegro Pediatrics is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), disability status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The following is required to perform the essential functions of this role. While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works in an office/clinic setting, are as follows: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Prolonged periods of standing, walking and bending Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate effectively