Starting Wage: $21.00 per hour for LPN or $24.00 per hour for RN

Hours- Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm

Currently, we are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a License Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) working at a health clinic, your primary responsibility is to provide high-quality and compassionate care to patients. You will play a vital role in the overall functioning of the clinic, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive appropriate treatment and support.

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health conditions, including taking vital signs, reviewing medical history, and identifying any existing or potential health issues. Administer medications, treatments, and vaccinations as prescribed by physicians, and monitor patients' progress throughout their healthcare journey.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patients' needs, treatment goals, and medical conditions. Ensure that care plans are regularly updated to reflect any changes in patients' health status.
• Perform various medical procedures, such as wound care, blood draws, IV therapy, and specimen collection, following established protocols and maintaining strict adherence to safety and infection control measures.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals to create a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Communicate effectively to ensure coordinated and comprehensive treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting all care provided, assessments, treatments, and communications. Comply with clinic policies and legal regulations regarding patient privacy and record-keeping.
• Performs independent face-to-face or telephone triage using written triage protocols.
• Performs diagnostic and laboratory tests including but not limited to EKG, urine dips, urine HCG, etc. Supervises and oversees quality assurance of these testing services performed in primary care clinic.
• Performs patient care including but not limited to birth control visits, blood pressure checks, medication refills, etc.
• Assists with coordination of specialty clinics, such as pediatrics, dermatology, telemedicine, etc.
• Assists with meeting the needs of patients with complex medical problems, including facilitating referrals and follow-up care as needed.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.
• Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
• Provides clinical and administrative support and functions as a resource and mentor for new staff and students assigned to their work site.
• Be a positive role model for all health center staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• A strong foundation in medical sciences, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and various medical conditions. This knowledge is crucial for assessing patients' health status, interpreting lab results, and providing appropriate treatments.
• Proficiency in performing a variety of clinical procedures, such as administering medications, dressing wounds, taking vital signs, conducting physical assessments, and assisting with minor medical procedures.
• Ability to assess patients comprehensively, gather relevant health history, conduct physical examinations, and identify potential health issues or risk factors.
• Providing compassionate and competent care to patients, addressing their needs, and educating them about their conditions, treatment plans, and preventive measures.
• You must be able to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Being able to analyze complex situations, make informed decisions, and prioritize patient care based on the severity of conditions and the available resources.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting care provided, and adhering to patient confidentiality and privacy regulations.
• Ability to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care and treatment.
• Ability to develop trust and effective working relationships with staff members, individuals, families and external and internal professionals.
• Effective leadership abilities.

Third Street is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities and patients we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please direct your inquiries to hr@thirdstreetfamily.org or call 419-522-6191 ext. 2201 for Human Resources.

What We Offer:

Attending to your needs today:

• Your ideas, input, and contributions are valued and recognized.
• Excellent clinical, administrative, and management support
• Forward-thinking, collaborative, transparent, and inclusive company culture
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Competitive compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Tuition assistance

Protecting your future:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer contribution to a health savings account
• 403(b) retirement plan with match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Ohio LPN or RN License.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Experience required or preferred.

About Us:

Third Street is a patient-centered medical home driving change in the community. We adapt to the needs of those we serve while building services to fill gaps in care to invest in a healthier future for all. At Third Street, we provide high-quality care through the continual learning of our employees and by building a diverse team. We value our employees, communicate our expectations, and train our team on best practices.

Organizational Information:

• Established in 1994, Third Street Family Health Services is a regional not-for-profit community health center providing medical, dental, OB/GYN, pediatric, community outreach, and behavioral health services across eleven locations in Richland, Marion, Ashland, and Crawford counties. Our mission is to deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve. We believe that the health status of our community can be improved by providing accessible and affordable health care, advocacy, and community health initiatives.
• We provide patient-centered care and provide our services with respect, integrity, and accountability top of mind. For more information, visit tsfhs.org or find them on Facebook or Twitter.
  

Mission:

To deliver comprehensive health and wellness care, accessible to all in the communities we serve.

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